The City’s law enforcement wing, Durban Metro Police Service partnered with both internal and external stakeholders in the apprehension and seizure of:
1. One suspect for failure to safeguard firearms.
2. Vehicle recovery (Golf 7 GTI) – pistol and live ammunition recovered
3. 4 AR15 rifles recovered (120 live ammunition)
4. One suspect arrested (AK47 seized) – the suspect appeared before the Durban Magistrate’s Court.
Metro Police Spokesperson Colonel Boysie Zungu said the joint investigations is one of the City’s biggest.
“These operations and investigations are one of our biggest. The arrests will be processed by the South African Police Service ,” said Zungu.
He further thanked:
– Magma Security
– Marshal K9 Unit
– Hawks Protection Services
– SAPS
– Fidelity Special Investigation Unit
“This undoubtedly is a team effort. We will be providing our festive season stats – these are huge strides towards combating crime within and throughout the City,” he added.
The Metro Police will continue to conduct their Business Operations which are not announced in a quest of ensuring business compliance.
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– Arrive Alive (@_ArriveAlive) January 25, 2024