NGQELENI – The Tactical Response Team with its Reece team followed up information about a 29-year-old male of Ntibane locality in Ngqeleni who is in possession of the firearm.
At about 21:30, members spotted the suspect who was found in possession of a 9mm pistol with its serial number erased and one round of live ammunition. The suspect could not produce proof of ownership for the firearm.
Further investigation led police to the suspect’s homestead, where more prohibited firearms were discovered. The team confiscated two shotguns, two homemade guns, and a shotgun shell. The suspect was immediately arrested and charged for unlawful possession of prohibited firearms and unlawful possession of ammunition. He is expected to appear before the Ngqeleni Magistrate’s Court soon.
Applauding the work of the members, the OR Tambo District Commissioner, Major General Norman Modishana, emphasized the SAPS’ commitment to ridding communities of illegal weapons.
“Police will continue to remove all illegal and prohibited firearms from the streets of OR Tambo District that are used to terrorise our communities. Our priority is to make sure communities feel safe where they reside,” said Major General Modishana.