Notorious Williams’ gang members arrested

The KwaZulu-Natal Police Commissioner, Lieutenant General Mmamonnye Ngobeni  praised the joint multi-disciplinary operation which resulted in the arrest of four dangerous criminals at Tongaat on Friday.

Members of the Provincial Task Team, Organised Crime Unit, K9 units and community action team (CAT) received a tip-off that four men travelling in a VW Golf, who had stolen a Toyota Hilux, and were on their way to commit a robbery.

The operation was quickly formed and the four criminals, who were cornered on the N2 near Tongaat, opened fire on police officers.

One of the gang members was injured in the shootout.

All four were arrested with the assistance of the courageous canine members of the K9 units.

The two vehicles used by the gang as well as a number of devices used to steal motor vehicles were recovered.

These men are alleged to be part of the notorious Williams Gang and are linked to a number of robberies across the province.

“I want to congratulate all the members who were involved in this operation including our partners from the security companies who are part of project CAT.

“It is pleasing to note that such joint collaborations are bearing fruits and this is a wake-up call for criminals that their days are numbered.

“We will not tolerate thugs operating in such a manner in our province and we will ensure that we bring them to their knees through such partnerships,” she said.

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