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A police roadblock on the N2 near Khayelitsha in the early part of the SA shutdown.
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- 177 people were fined for various crimes on New Year’s Eve.
- Between December 27, 2020 and January 2, 2021, 21 people were arrested and the traffic department issued 39,092 fines for other crimes.
- The city of Cape Town says this was its quietest holiday season.
Cape Town’s traffic department issued more than 170 traffic tickets on New Year’s Eve.
In a statement, the city of Cape Town said it had experienced a quieter New Year’s weekend, largely thanks to the curfew and restrictions on alcohol sales.
“On New Year’s Eve, operations in various suburbs caught three suspects, two of whom were driving under the influence of alcohol. Officers also issued 177 fines, including 17 for disobeying curfew hours,” said the city.
Arrest
Various operations carried out by numerous law enforcement agencies between December 27, 2020 and January 2, 2021 resulted in the arrest of 21 people and the imposition of 39,092 fines for various other crimes. Just last week, 75 people were arrested for various crimes, including driving while intoxicated.
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In an incident on Dec. 30, a drunk driver was arrested at Sea Point after his car collided with street signs.
“We can safely say that this has been a very quiet holiday season, according to statistics. However, based on the incidents reported by our staff, there were those who continued to disobey the regulations, which is no surprise, ”said Council Member JP Smith, a member of the Mayor’s Committee on Safety.
“However, we are grateful to the many people who have prioritized their health and safety before a good time. Our law enforcement personnel will continue to conduct their enforcement visits to public establishments and facilities in the coming week. We encourage the public to comply with regulations and the instructions of law enforcement personnel to avoid being fined, or worse, arrested, “added Smith.
