Friday, January 01, 2010

Three suspects arrested for possession of unlicensed firearm

By Ofentse Mokae
01 January 2010

Three men have been arrested for possession of illegal cigarettes and an unlicensed firearm.

They were arrested yesterday in Nyanga.

Police spokesperson Captain Ntomboxolo Sitshitshi says police received information about a Somali shop owner who allegedly had an unlicensed firearm.

“Police were patrolling in Emms Drive, Nyanga when they received information about a Somalian Shop owner who has an illegal firearm,” Sitshitshi said.

They found a 9mm pistol, with its serial numbers filed off, ammunition and 13 cartons of illegal cigarettes.

The suspects are due to appear in court soon.

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