Police recovered illegal firearms and ammunition during intelligence-driven operations in Weenen and Ezakheni over the weekend of October 10 and 11.

Suspects arrested in Ezakheni

On Saturday the 10th, the uThukela District Intervention Task Team tracked down a suspect in Ezakheni E-Section, wanted in connection with a case in Besters. The 30-year-old suspect resisted arrest, but was eventually apprehended. The officers recovered a loaded 9mm pistol.

A 29-year-old suspect was arrested in the same area after being found with another 9mm pistol and five rounds of ammunition.

Firearms recovered in Weenen

On Sunday the 11th, police focused their operations on the Nhlawe area of Weenen, where they arrested a 59-year-old man found in possession of an unlicensed revolver with five rounds of ammunition, as well as a rifle with seven rounds of ammunition.

A 25-year-old suspect was also arrested for possession of an unlicensed pistol, while a 64-year-old man was arrested after being found with four rounds of ammunition without the required firearm licence.

Suspects charged

All five suspects were charged with illegal possession of firearms and/or ammunition and have since appeared in various courts.

The recovered firearms will undergo ballistic testing.

District commissioner commends police

uThukela District Commissioner, Major General TE Gonya, commended the team for their efforts, highlighting the danger that illegal firearms pose to communities.

He urged residents to continue working with police by reporting illegal activities to help make their neighbourhoods safer.

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