Chinese fugitive caught in Sandton while applying for US visa
A Chinese fugitive wanted for fraud in his home country was arrested in Sandton while applying for a US visa
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Bushiri has no intention of being extradited to South Africa
Malawi’s court ruled in favour of extraditing Shepherd and Mary Bushiri to South Africa, but the couple has appealed the decision to avoid standing trial.
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William Banks, convicted for stealing pro-Israel posters, films his escape from prison [video]
William Banks, a US inmate convicted of stealing pro-Israel posters, filmed his dramatic prison escape and posted it online—here’s what we know.
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Watch: Theft suspect caught on camera escaping Johannesburg court [video]
A suspect charged with housebreaking and theft escaped from a Johannesburg court by scaling down the building, prompting a police manhunt.
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Thabo Bester 2.0: DCS confirms inmate escaped from Pollsmoor Prison
The Department of Correctional Services confirms an inmate escape from Pollsmoor Prison, while a parliamentary briefing reveals systemic failures in the Thabo Bester escape case.
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James ‘Tiger’ Tshoaeli: Manhunt launched for alleged zama zama kingpin
Despite being apprehended, police allege that community members and possibly law enforcement officials facilitated his escape before he could be processed.
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Ruja Ignatova: FBI’s most-wanted ‘CryptoQueen’ hiding in Cape Town – report
Investigations into the murders of four Bulgarians in Constantia with ties to Ruja Ignatova’s crime network reportedly led to this revelation.
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German narc lord on INTERPOL’s most-wanted red list arrested at OR Tambo
For eight years, the suspect used fake German and Israeli passports to move around the continent, evading INTERPOL’s hot trail by hiding in plain sight.
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Hunt for escaped convict proves successful
The department said Jackson is serving a 20-year sentence for robbery, theft and possession of a firearm with ammunition, and has been behind bars since April 2015.
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Boksburg on high alert amid search for dangerous fugitive
A manhunt is underway in Boksburg after convicted inmate Martin Jackson escaped from prison; authorities warn he is dangerous.
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SIU welcomes extradition of Michael Lomas
Lomas was arrested in April 2021. He is one of five accused of the alleged crimes.
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Watch: Alleged Eskom fraudster lands in South Africa [video]
Alleged Eskom fraudster Michael Lomas, extradited from the UK, landed in South Africa today. The ailing suspect arrived in a wheelchair under strict supervision.
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Woman charged in R2.8m Windhoek International School fraud was hiding in Pretoria
According to court documents, Maria Coetzee transferred over N$2.8 million from the school’s bank account into three accounts under her name.
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Convicted mobster escapes from Durban prison
Mthethwa, who was serving a 15-year sentence for robbery with aggravating circumstances, fled while assigned to work in the facility’s garden.
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Collins Jumaisi Khalusha: Kenyan man accused of killing 42 women escapes prison
Khalusha is accused of a shocking series of murders, with 42 women, including his wife, allegedly falling victim to his brutal acts since 2022.
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Limpopo police escalate manhunt for Zimbabwean serial killer
Limpopo police have intensified the manhunt for Zimbabwean serial killer Lovemore Musoyi, wanted for over 10 crimes, including murder.
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Nqubeko Bright Mchunu: Durban police warn public about fugitive linked to murder [photo]
Durban police are on high alert as they search for Nqubeko Bright Mchunu, a fugitive linked to a chilling murder case.
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Cape Town police ramp up manhunt for fugitives who escaped from Athlone court
The police have urged the community to exercise extreme caution and to report any suspicious activity that might lead to the apprehension of the escapees.
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North West prison break: Six suspects on the run after escaping court holding cells
Lieutenant Colonel Funani urged the community to exercise caution and refrain from attempting to re-capture the detainees, owing to the dangerous nature of these individuals.
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Ruth Lawrence: Alleged friend killer extradited back to Ireland
Ruth Lawrence was extradited back to Ireland, where she faces charges related to the double murder of her friends.
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Thabo Bester and Dr Nandipha arrests: Father, G4S officer and these suspects are in custody
The picture of the suspects involved in Thabo Bester’s daring prison break keeps changing. Here are the latest updates.
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Dr Nandipha arrested: Here are the charges she faces
Dr Nandipha faces several serious charges for her role in Thabo Bester’s prison escape.
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Thabo Bester and Dr Nandipha arrested: Here’s everything we know
It’s believed Thabo Bester and Dr Nandipha are in Tanzania’s police custody.
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Dr Nandipha father confirms she’s in hiding, refuses to give up her location
Dr Nandipha is in hiding, says her father who made it clear he has no intention of cooperating with police.
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Ruth Sharon Lawrence: Irish fugitive wanted for murder arrested in Bloem
Ruth Sharon Lawrence fled Ireland in 2014 after being linked to the deaths of her two friends. Turns out she was hiding in Bloemfontein the entire time.
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Fugitive Bushiri fails attempt to flee Malawi
Shepherd Bushiri and his family tried to escape to Kenya in a private jet. Here’s what we know.