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Shadows and Steel: Inside Johannesburg’s Battle Against Kidnapping Syndicates

by Sizwe Dlamini
July 21, 2025

Johannesburg is fighting tough against kidnapping gangs using smart police teams with hightech tools. Since early 2024, they have caught over 170 suspects and saved more than 100 victims from scary ransom kidnappings. These gangs mix old tricks with new technology, hiding behind luxury cars and encrypted phones. The city’s bright skyscrapers and dark streets tell a story of danger and hope, where brave officers keep pushing back against crime. Even though the battle is hard, the fight to protect families and bring justice goes on strong.

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