The police were at Hlalanikahle Extension 2 during the operation at about 14:30 on Monday, March 10.
The trio seeing that the police van was approaching them, decided to run away. The police confirmed their suspicious when they went to the spot where these people have been standing. The police found a firearm and the three suspects managed to escape from being arrested.
A pistol was found on the ground and upon further investigation it was discovered that it belonged to one of the security companies. The police are still doing some verification. It was also established that the same firearm is believed to have been used in two criminal offences.
Constable Bafedi Diphofa, Constable Letta Mampuru and Constable Tendani Masindi found the gun at Hlalanikahle during the operation.
No arrests have been made and police are still investigating the matter.
