Abandoned mines in Roodepoort, on the West Rand, are being closed in an attempt to end illegal mining, the Hawks said.
Captain Paul Ramaloko said several shafts at Durban Deep mine were being closed on Tuesday morning by the police, working in conjunction with the SA Chamber of Mines.
"More than 100 individuals have been arrested recently for illegal mining in this area," said Ramaloko. "The area is seen as a hot spot for illegal mining," he said.
Hawks fight illegal mining on West Rand
Abandoned mines in Roodepoort, on the West Rand, are being closed in an attempt to end illegal mining, the Hawks said.
Captain Paul Ramaloko said several shafts at Durban Deep mine were being closed on Tuesday morning by the police, working in conjunction with the SA Chamber of Mines.
"More than 100 individuals have been arrested recently for illegal mining in this area," said Ramaloko. "The area is seen as a hot spot for illegal mining," he said.
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