Members of the Special Task Force (STF), Hawks’ Tactical Operations Management Section (TOMS) and other roleplayers arrested seven suspects aged between 30 and 58 years in Klerksdorp who were planning to bomb an Automated Teller Machine (ATM) in Klerksdorp CBD.

Their arrest earlier today, March 3, follows information received by the Hawks about the planned ATM bombing in Klerksdorp. The members acted swiftly and arrested the suspects before committing the crime.

According to police spokesperson Colonel Katlego Mogale, a rifle, a pistol and explosives were recovered.

The suspects will be charged with possession of unlicensed firearms and ammunition, conspiracy to commit crime and possession of suspected stolen motor vehicle. They will appear in the Klerksdorp Magistrates’ Court soon.