The kingpin was traced as part of a multi-disciplinary operation to combat illegal mining.
linked to 29 murders including a mass shooting at a tavern in Nomzamo Park, Soweto where a shooter opened fire on the patrons in July 2022.
National police spokesperson, Athlenda Mathe says the Lesotho national was traced to Jabulani in Soweto at the weekend. He resisted arrest and allegedly pointed a firearm at the police officer who fatally shot him.“Last week, the multi-disciplinary teams in various provinces also registered notable successes which included a tracing operation in which 62 suspects in Limpopo and nine in the Northern Cape were arrested for illegal mining activities.
The operation is geared towards combating illegal mining across the country, and includes the South African Police Service , the South African National Defence Force and the Minerals and Energy Department.Related video: SAPS and SANDF in operation against illegal mining in Limpopo
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