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News24 reports that twenty people have been arrested by North West authorities for illegal mining, with charges ranging from violation of immigration laws and conspiracy to commit robbery and possession of unlicenced firearms and ammunition.
Several law enforcement agencies, including the National Intervention Unit and Special Task Force, arrested the group during a raid at an illegal mine in Stilfontein on Monday morning. This came weeks after investigations into alleged illegal mining activities in the area. Colonel Katlego Mogale said authorities seized 15 AK-47s, six hunting rifles, two shotguns, an R5, boxes full of ammunition and explosives, and an undisclosed amount of money. The suspects are expected to appear in the Stilfontein Magistrate's Court on Wednesday. Mogale added that investigations were continuing, and there was a possibility of more arrests and seizures. Police Minister Bheki Cele is expected to visit the area on Tuesday morning.
- Read the full original of the report in the above regard by Cebelihle Bhengu at News24
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