Police have arrested suspected extortionists in Lower Crossroads, Western Cape.

SAPS members yesterday followed up on information about suspected extortionists at a building on Ntambanane Road, Lower Crossroads.

After conducting surveillance, officers confirmed that the suspects were at the address and approached the premises, where the suspects opened fire on them.

“The members retaliated and in the process injured a 29-year-old suspect, who was arrested and taken for treatment at a nearby medical facility under police guard,” SAPS said.

During the arrest, a 9mm Z88 firearm with its serial number intact, three 9mm magazines, and 45 9mm rounds of ammunition were recovered and confiscated from the premises. Further investigation revealed that the firearm had been reported stolen at Philippi SAPS in June.

“The members also arrested two females, aged 19 and 28, who were found on the premises. All three suspects face charges of possession of an unlicensed firearm and illegal possession of ammunition, a charge of attempted murder, and attack on police. They will appear at the Athlone Magistrate’s Court once charged,” police said. – SAnews.gov.za

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