A late-night police patrol in Eldorado Park led to the arrest of three suspects aged between 19, 24 and 26 after officers found an unlicensed firearm and live ammunition in their possession.

According to the Eldorado Park police’s media liaison officer, Sergeant Fezeka Kgobo, the arrests took place at midnight while members of the Crime Prevention Unit and Gauteng Traffic Wardens were conducting routine patrols in Milnerton Street, Ext 4, Eldorado Park.

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The officers noticed four males wearing face masks before they stopped them to search.

During the process, one of the suspects fled the scene.

“Upon searching the remaining individuals, police discovered a firearm loaded with live ammunition on one suspect, who could not produce a firearm license. The other two suspects were found in possession of live rounds but no firearms,” said Khobo.

All three suspects were immediately arrested and detained at the Eldorado Park station for further investigation. They are expected to appear in court soon.

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Station Commander Brigadier Mkhacani Maluleke commended the members for their vigilance and swift action.
“We will leave no stone unturned in ensuring that our community is safe,” said Maluleke.

The police urge anyone with information related to illegal firearms or criminal activities in the area to contact the Eldorado Park SAPS at 011 946 0300 or 082 444 3001. Anonymous tips can also be reported through the SAPS Crime Stop Hotline at 08600 10111.