On 5 February, the community of Soweto (Makgona) decided to take matters into their own hands by apprehending a suspected thief who had been stealing from them. The suspect, who is also a resident of the community, was confronted by angry locals who declared that they would not tolerate crime in their area.

Frustrated by repeated thefts, the community questioned and confronted the suspect, demanding to know where the stolen goods were. In a bid to protect him from escalating violence, police officers were present to ensure that the situation did not turn deadly.

After being confronted and physically assaulted, the suspect finally agreed to lead the community to the stolen items. Under police escort, the community followed him to recover their belongings. Once the stolen goods were retrieved, the police took the suspect into custody and transported him to the police station.

The incident highlights the growing frustration of communities dealing with crime and their willingness to take action when they feel law enforcement is not doing enough.