Police arrest five in Limpopo illegal mining operation

During the operation, police seized a large amount of mining equipment and machinery, including 42 bags of suspected valuable minerals, spades, shovels, excavators, tipper trucks, and a front loader.

“The suspects are set to appear before Thohoyandou and Giyani Magistrate’s Court on Monday, September 23,” said Ledwaba.

Lieutenant General Thembi Hadebe, Limpopo police commission, praised the Vala Umgodi team’s collaborative efforts.

“This will send a clear message to those who continue to engage in the illegal mining activities across the province that the police will not hesitate to act,” said Hadebe.

Ppolice investigations are continuing.

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