The City of Johannesburg (CoJ) Group Forensic and Investigation Service has issued a warning to motorists to be careful when travelling on Randfontein Road, near Matholesville.
According to the CoJ, illegal miners have stolen the supporting structures to an electricity pylon in the area.
Illegal mining has been a major problem in the area with at least three raids conducted since the beginning of the year.
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On Tuesday, 13 August, 20 suspects were arrested for illicit mining and equipment was also seized, which included phenduka machines, gas bottles and iron balls among others.
Captain Kay Makhubele, Provincial Police spokesperson, said they urge members of the public to report any criminal activities.
“Members of the public have been cautioned to guard against using their economic status to commit crime because the police will not hesitate to arrest any person involved in unlawful activities,” he concluded.
