Adamant to tackle the onslaught of violent and serious crimes in this province, members attached to Public Order Policing reacted on intelligence and raided a residence in Heinz Park, Philippi East during the early hours of this morning.
The intervention led to the discovery of an AK47 assault rifle, 117 x AK47 rounds, as well as 94 rounds for a hand gun. The owner of the residence, a 55 year old suspect was arrested and is due to make a court appearance in Athlone on Monday to face charges for the illegal possession of a firearm and the illegal possession of ammunition.
The circumstances surrounding the case and the origin of the firearm are still under investigation.