The special bond developing between the police and community paid dividends as two men were arrested in two separate incidents for being in possession of unlicensed ammunition.

On Wednesday afternoon, March 30, Sergeants Evance Mametja, Millie Motlhabi and Constance Mokoena of the Magaliesburg Crime Prevention Unit received a tip-off from a community member about a person in possession of ammunition at the Magaliesburg Taxi Rank.

Magaliesburg Police spokesperson Sergeant Kgomotso Mogwere said the three police officers reacted immediately and spotted a person that matched the description of the suspect.

He was searched and two live rounds of 9mm ammunition were found in his possession. He consequently was arrested.”

In a separate incident later that same day, police were conducting a stop-and-search at the Ga-mogale informal settlement when they stopped a suspicious person and asked to search him. He tried to evade the police and was cornered by community members.

“He was searched and three live rounds of 9mm ammunition were found in his possession. He too was arrested.”

The suspects will appear in the Krugersdorp Magistrates’ Court soon.

Magaliesburg Police station commander Lietenant Colonel Mawewe Vuma expressed his gratitude without hesitation and said, “This is the kind of proactive policing we expect from our members. This joint effort proved the development of a partnership between the police and the community.

We commend and thank the community for working hand in hand with us in the fight against crime. This sends a strong message.”

Community members can report any criminal activities around Magaliesburg on 014 577 5136 or use the Crime Stop number 08600 10111, or SMS number 32211 and remain anonymous.