Firearm and Ammunition seizure lead to arrests of two suspects in Delft

 

Delft police arrested a 23-year-old suspect for unlawful possession of a firearm and ammunition. 

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The police’s Malcom Pojie said members followed up on info regarding a firearm at premises in Delft.

“On arrival at the identified premises, the members ensued with a search during which they discovered and confiscated a firearm, a 38 Special revolver and nine rounds of ammunition which were buried in the backyard.”  Pojie further elaborated.

The suspect was arrested for the illegal possession of a firearm and ammunition, and he is scheduled to appear in the Bellville Magistrate’s court once charged.

Meanwhile, Maitland police arrested a 33-year-old, in Lower Crossroads. During crime prevention patrols in the Philippi, they received information from a community member of a firearm that was stored at premises.

“They followed up the information which led them to a residence in Nondlwana Street in Lower Crossroads where they searched the identified premises upon which they discovered and seized a 9mm pistol with ammunition.” Said Pojie.

They arrested a 33 year old man who will appear in the Athlone Magistrates’ court today on the mentioned charges.

 

Done By: Elona Sibunzi