Three nabbed on N1 with stolen property and firearm
Upon searching both vehicles, police said one black 9mm firearm found together with copper and two crowbars.
Three men were nabbed for possession of stolen property and possession of an unlicensed firearm in Villieria on Wednesday.
On Wednesday afternoon, police were patrolling the N1 just after Stormvoël Road when they spotted two suspicious vehicles driving along the highway,” said Villieria police spokesperson Warrant Officer Miranda Austin.
A Toyota Prado and a Ford Ranger were allegedly escorting each other when they were stopped by police.
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“As soon as the vehicles stopped, the three men got out and attempted to flee but were caught and apprehended,” Austin said.
Upon searching both vehicles, Austin said one black 9mm firearm with no magazine was found together with copper and two crowbars.
“Furthermore, the three men were found to be in possession of the stolen property and suspected breaking implements,” she said.
The trio aged 50, 34, and 38 will appear in court soon.
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