Germiston police seize R500 000 in explosives

A suspect faces court after officers uncovered thousands of blasting cartridges and detonating cords during a weekend raid in Gauteng.

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Police seize 4 483 blasting cartridges and 21 detonating cords. Photo: SAPS

Crime Intelligence officers have uncovered explosives worth an estimated R500 000 hidden in a residential back room in Hazelpark, Germiston.

According to The Witness, police searched the property yesterday (August 29), following information about explosive materials allegedly stored on the premises.

A search of the property led to explosive material being discovered concealed in a back room.

Officers seized 4 483 blasting cartridges and 21 detonating cords during the operation.

A suspect was arrested and is expected to appear in the Germiston Magistrate’s Court soon.

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