A businessman has surrendered to police regarding a case involving the alleged theft of R15 million worth of precious metals. Two individuals are set to appear in court in connection with this incident, which dates back to 2023, according to SABC News.

The Hawks have arrested nine suspects in Greenstone, South Africa, in connection with an illegal precious metals operation valued at about R23 million. According to The Citizen, officers seized approximately 20kg of palladium, 11kg of osmium and specialised machinery used to process unwrought gold. The bust targeted the unlawful possession and processing of precious metals, which is regulated under South African law.

Two suspects have been arrested for allegedly fitting illegal blue lights to a private vehicle. They are set to appear before the Pretoria Magistrate's Court on Monday, 6 July, according to The Citizen.

Two foreign nationals were arrested after Hawks investigators uncovered a suspected multimillion-rand mandrax-manufacturing laboratory in Erasmia, west of Pretoria. According to reports, the arrests followed the discovery of the facility by the elite police unit, which is responsible for investigating serious organised crime. Authorities allege the laboratory was used to produce mandrax, a drug commonly traded in South Africa. Further details about the suspects and the value of seized materials have not been disclosed.

A suspect has been arrested in Langa, Cape Town, after a motorist was allegedly stabbed three times during a smash-and-grab attack on Jakes Gerwel Drive. According to IOL, the suspect is expected to appear in the Bishop Lavis Magistrate's Court on Friday. The incident highlights ongoing concerns about smash-and-grab crimes targeting motorists in the area, though details about the victim's condition and the circumstances of the arrest have not been disclosed.

A suspect has been arrested at Cape Town Airport for alleged drug trafficking. The individual is scheduled to make their first court appearance at the Bellville Magistrate's Court on Monday, July 6, 2026, according to The Citizen.