119 caught for crimes

08 September 2009 - 02:00
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AT LEAST 119 people were arrested in a weekend operation in and around Johannesburg.

AT LEAST 119 people were arrested in a weekend operation in and around Johannesburg.

The crime-prevention operation included roadblocks and stop-and-search action.

Police said yesterday they focussed on areas such as Braamfontein, Killarney, Berea, Houghton, Hillbrow and Parktown.

Suspects were held for dealing in and possession of drugs, armed robbery, theft, house robbery, shoplifting and other crimes. - Sapa