102 arrested after City’s raid on Hijacked Buildings
15 July 2017
A total of 102 people were arrested last night after the City conducted a crime prevention operation in several hijacked properties along Davies Street in Doornfontein.
I am also pleased to announce that one alleged property hijacker was arrested during the operation. Another property hijacker fled the scene, however, we will pursue the matter together with the South African Police Services (SAPS).
Hijacked buildings are a major challenge in our inner city, with our people living in deplorable conditions and being abused by slumlords.
I pleased by the Police Ministry’s acknowledgement of the serious challenge posed by hijacked buildings in the inner City and their clear commitment to work together with the City to tackle this problem.This follows comments made by the Deputy Minister of Police, Mr Bongani Mkongi, yesterday.