20 March 2000
Gauteng Premier Mbhazima Shilowa has noted with a great sense of appreciation the successes achieved in the anti-crime operation mounted in Hillbrow, Berea and other Johannesburg areas by the SAPS.
The figures released by the police indicating the number of stolen motor vehicles recovered, police officers arrested for crime and corruption, stolen electronic equipment including personal computers and TV sets recovered, illegal firearms and ammunition seized and criminals who have been apprehended demonstrate how successful the operation was.
The success of this operation not only sends a strong message to criminals that they will be given no quarters but also restores confidence to the Johannesburg community that safety and security can be restored in the city.
The Premier appreciates the co-operation by the people of Johannesburg with the police throughout the operation, and encourages them to continue such co-operation with the police in their efforts to rid our cities and communities of crime.
The Premier wishes to thank all members of the SAPS for the splendid work they did throughout the operation and for the humane manner in which they treated the people.
Issued by: Gauteng Provincial Government
Issued by Thabo Masebe
Spokesperson for the Premier
Gauteng Provincial Government
Tel 082 551 4945