Crime
Stolen Krugersdorp hunting rifle recovered in Limpopo, suspect arrested
A 303-calibre hunting rifle tied to a stolen firearm case of Krugersdorp was seized in Limpopo, resulting in an arrest.
A hunting rifle linked to a stolen firearm case reported in Krugersdorp was recovered in Limpopo, leading to the arrest of a 41-year-old suspect.
The arrest comes following leads from a police operation on August 13, where intelligence-led officers recovered a 303-calibre hunting rifle with 20 rounds of ammunition at Botshabelo Hostel in Tukakgomo village, Limpopo.
Limpopo police spokesperson Lieutenant Colonel Masekela Magoro confirmed the suspect was linked to a stolen firearm case reported at Krugersdorp Police Station.
“The suspect will face charges for possession of an unlicensed firearm and ammunition with additional charges under consideration as investigations continue,” Magoro said.
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