Limpopo police concerned about high crime areas
He says they will deploy more resources in these areas to intensify their crime fighting efforts.
Police in Limpopo are worried about certain policing areas in the province that consistently rank among the highest in crime statistics nationwide. During a presentation of the 2026/2027 first-quarter crime statistics in Polokwane, Provincial Police Commissioner Jan Scheepers highlighted Thohoyandou, Mankweng and Seshego as areas of concern.
These regions have recorded alarming cases of various crimes, including murder, non-residential robberies and sexual offences over the years. Scheepers stated that the police will deploy more resources to these areas to intensify their efforts in fighting crime. He emphasized that during the period under review, the crime-fighting efforts will focus on attempted murder, common assault, commercial crimes, shoplifting, and drug-related crimes.
This will be achieved through intelligence-led operations, stronger investigations, and coordinated crime prevention initiatives. Scheepers also mentioned that commanders will be held accountable for explaining their actions and the results of their efforts.
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