Scores of illegal firearms confiscated in KZN
The operations were conducted between 28 November and 5 December
TWELVE rifles, 61 pistols, a semi-automatic firearm, and 913 live rounds of ammunition were confiscated during intensified police operations.
The operations were conducted between 28 November and 5 December.
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KZN SAPS spokesperson Colonel Robert Netshiunda said a total of 1 330 suspects were arrested in the process.
“During these operations, 31 suspects were arrested for murder, 27 were nabbed for attempted murder and 32 suspects were apprehended for rape and sexual assault,” said Netshiunda.
“Several other suspects were nabbed for crimes ranging from robbery with aggravating circumstances, carjacking, and burglary at residential and business premises, as well as stock theft.
“Safer Festive Season operations are in full swing and those who aspire to be criminals will be met with the full might of the law. Targeted intelligence-driven operations at identified hot spot areas, and routine patrols with amplified police visibility are ongoing.
“Law-abiding community members are urged to work with the police and isolate criminals,” he said.
Netshiunda encouraged residents to report any criminal activity using the SAPS Crime Stop number, 08600 10111, or via the MySAPS app.
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