# Police members in Nelson Mandela Bay in the Eastern Cape have made a significant breakthrough with the arrest of six suspects allegedly involved in extorting money from business owners within the metro. Police spokesperson Gerda Swart says a successful sting operation was conducted in Kariega where it is alleged these suspects demanded protection fees from various shop owners. More arrests are expected, as the investigation unfolds. Swart urged other businesses to come forward and report such acts of criminality.