Brakpan Police warn second-hand goods dealers against buying and selling stolen goods

Dealers in second-hand goods were reminded by Brakpan SAPS during a meeting last week that they are obligated to register their businesses, and will be monitored by police to ensure compliance.

The Brakpan SAPS Flash Unit held their quarterly second-hand goods meeting with shop owners on April 8 in the station’s boardroom.

The unit ensures compliance and enforcement of firearm, liquor and second-hand goods control legislation. The meeting was also attended by Brakpan SAPS station commander Brigadier Johanna Ngoma, and Vispol support head Lieutenant Colonel Pearl Van Staad.

There was a strong emphasis on the importance of keeping records of all stock on hand and every item sold and purchased.

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This will make it easier for the second-hand goods officer to monitor when conducting compliance inspections. Shop owners were also reminded to always display certificates in their shops.

Other issues of great importance were trading times and licence renewal processes.

Second-hand goods officer Sergeant Priscilla Kunene mentioned the significance of following proper procedures, especially on changing ownership. Kunene further explained to the shop owners that a trading licence is not transferable.

She warned the shop owners against buying and selling stolen goods, and further encouraged them to report any suspicions of stolen items to the police. Regular second-hand goods compliance operations will continue.

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