JUST IN: Truck crash and diesel spillage cause total road closure of N1

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JOHANNESURG - Following the earlier motor vehicle accident involving two trucks on the N1 South before Maraisburg Road, the Johannesburg Metropolitan Police Department (JMPD) has confirmedt that all lanes of the N1 South are closed to traffic. According to JMPD, this closure is necessary to allow emergency personnel to safely manage the scene and clear the diesel spillage and overturned vehicle. "Three slight injuries have been reported, and one of the trucks has overturned, spilling diesel. Emergency personnel and Law Enforcement are on scene, and initially, three lanes were affected and closed off, causing heavy delays. "All lanes of the N1 South are currently closed before Maraisburg Road. Vehicles are being diverted at Gordon Road. Significant and heavy traffic congestion is being experienced on the N1 South and surrounding areas," said JMPD. The estimated time for the scene to be cleared and the N1 South to be reopened is approximately 4 hours. Motorists...

JMPD officers arrest seven armed robbery suspects in Eldos


ELDORADO PARK - The Johannesburg Metropolitan Police Department (JMPD) Operations officers arrested seven heavily armed suspects in Eldorado Park, Region G, on the evening of 8 March 2025.

While conducting routine patrols in Ward 119, officers received information from members of the community regarding a silver Toyota Avanza, involved in armed robberies in the Eldorado Park area.

Acting swiftly on this information, officers located the vehicle at the intersection of Golden Highway and Union Avenue, Eldorado Park.

"A thorough search of the vehicle revealed 5 unlicensed firearms, 3 live ammunition and 2 knives. Officers also recovered 2 wallets containing bank cards, 3 cellphones (Apple, Samsung, and Huawei), a pair of scissors, a school bag, and a hookah pipe. It was further discovered that the vehicle the suspects were using was stolen," said Superintendent Xolani Fihla, JMPD spokesperson.

All seven male suspects were arrested and detained at Eldorado Park SAPS. The stolen vehicle was seized and booked in at the SAPS Lenasia vehicle pound for further verification.

The suspects face charges of armed robbery, possession of unlicensed firearms, and possession of a stolen motor vehicle.

JMPD Chief of Police, Chief Patrick Jaca, stated, “This successful operation is a testament to the dedication and vigilance of our officers and the invaluable partnership we have with the community. We are sending a clear message that criminal activity will not be tolerated in Johannesburg. We will continue to work tirelessly to ensure the safety and security of our residents, and we commend the officers involved for their bravery and professionalism.”


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