Metro Police tackle illegal immigration and compliance issues during operation
The operation, which brought together multiple municipal departments and agencies, focused on enforcing immigration laws, municipal by-laws, labour standards, occupational health and safety regulations, fire safety measures, and business licensing requirements.
In a concerted effort to uphold lawful business practices and ensure public safety, the Durban Metro Police Service (DMPS) carried out an integrated illegal immigration enforcement operation on Friday, January 23, at a clothing warehouse situated on Melbourne Road in the Congela area.
The operation, which brought together multiple municipal departments and agencies, focused on enforcing immigration laws, municipal by-laws, labour standards, occupational health and safety regulations, fire safety measures, and business licensing requirements. The initiative aimed to promote compliance and maintain order within the local business environment.
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According to Durban Metro Police spokesperson, Col Boysie Zungu, the operation was a success, with 24 suspects processed and 27 suspects released after preliminary checks.
“Our ongoing operations are vital in ensuring that businesses operate within the bounds of the law, safeguarding the rights of workers, and protecting community members,” said Col Zungu.
He emphasised that the DMPS remains committed to conducting integrated, multi-disciplinary operations across Durban to support lawful business practices, improve compliance, and enhance public safety.
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“These operations are part of our broader strategy to create a safer and more compliant city for all residents,” he added.
The operation saw the participation of a wide range of stakeholders, including Bylaw Special Operations, By-Law Compliance, the South Clean-Up team, the Fire Department’s Senior Fire Safety inspector, the Department of Labour’s assistant director and five inspectors, the Buildings Department’s building inspector, Business Licensing officials, Area-Based Management Officers from SSABO, Occupational Health and Safety inspectors, Waste Management officials, and Environmental Health officers.
