The efforts of Lockdown II forces to bring stability in crime affected areas were rewarded with the arrest of four suspects yesterday afternoon in Philippi East.
The members were deployed to combat crime when they spotted a silver BMW in Dysa Street under suspicious circumstances. The vehicle was pulled over after a brief pursuit and searched, which led to the discovery of an unlicensed 9mm pistol and six rounds of ammunition.
The four occupants aged between 25 and 51 were arrested and are expected to make their court appearance in Athlone on Monday for the possession of an unlicensed firearm and ammunition.