Kensington Crime Prevention Unit was attacked in the early hours of Saturday morning, after they saw an alleged gang member, walking with an exposed firearm in Matroos Plein.
The suspect was apprehended and the
firearm confiscated.
‘’The suspect immediately started calling out
for help and approximately 30 unknown members of the community came out of
their homes and threatened to shoot the police members if the suspect is not
released. The community members started throwing stones at the SAPS members and
the vehicles and thereby aiding and abetting the gunman to escape.’’ Said the
police’s FC van Wyk.
The police spokesperson said that the police
vehicles were slightly damaged.
‘’The firearm was positively linked to a
Kimberley case and was handed in at Kensington SAPS on a charge of possession
of unlicensed firearm and attack on police.’’
Incidents of violent crimes in the area as well
as attacks on police are becoming a common occurrence and that is of grave
concern to the SAPS management. Community members are reminded to respect the
rule of law.’’ Van Wyk added.
No shots were fired and no further arrests were
made.
Anyone with information on the identity of the
community members who participated in aiding and abetting the suspect as well
as his whereabouts is requested to contact Crime Stop on 08600 10111.
Done By: Mitchum George
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