Temba police arrest alleged robber for possession of firearm and ammunition
Police received information about three suspects who were in possession of a firearm and planning to commit a business robbery in the area.
Temba police arrested a 45-year-old man for the possession of an unlicensed firearm and ammunition in Portion 9, Hammanskraal on Thursday.
Sergeant Herman Moremi said police received information about three suspects who were in possession of a firearm and planning to commit a business robbery in the area.
Police reacted immediately and the suspects were spotted on the R101 road in Portion 9 as described by the informant.
“Two were carrying black school bags. Police approached the suspects and searched them and they found a pistol with one magazine and four live rounds inside one of the suspect’s bag.
“A 45-year-old suspect was arrested immediately and detained.”
Temba police station commander Brigadier Martha Mokobori applauded the police for their swift and quick reaction to arrest the suspect before committing the crime.
Mokobori said she was delighted to see community members working with the police to fight crime.
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