A 69-year-old man’s apparent love for alcohol has landed him behind bars.

According to the City of Cape Town Law Enforcement officers attached to the Marine Unit were busy patrolling the Hout Bay and Wynberg areas on Sunday 7 June 2026. While driving near Victoria hospital, they spotted people drinking in a parking area.

During a search of a white Mitsubishi they discovered 1 848 West Coast Rock Lobster tails and R17 600 in cash in the 69-year-old’s vehicle. The Hout Bay resident was arrested and detained at Wynberg police station.

Mayoral Committee Member for Safety and Security, JP Smith, said the incident highlights the audacity of lawbreakers in the city.

“How else does one explain openly breaking the law by consuming alcohol in public, knowing that you are in possession of contraband?,” Smith asked.

During weekly enforcement patrols, Law Enforcement officers made 199 arrests and issued 10 797 notices.

Metro Police officers made 166 arrests and issued 5 845 notices.

Traffic officers recorded 41 arrests, of which 34 were for driving under the influence of alcohol, four for reckless or negligent driving and three for other offences. They also issued 1 764 warrants of arrest and impounded 219 public transport vehicles.

The Public Emergency Communication Centre recorded 1 439 calls for assistance over the weekend. Of the calls received, 87 were physical assault related cases, 35 domestic violence related cases and 43 pedestrian and motor vehicle accidents.