Members from Crime Intelligence in Ermelo provided information that led to the recovery of Commercial and Military explosives in Ermelo yesterday, 22 June 2023.
According to information, members received information about explosives that were hidden at Douglas Dam in Ermelo. The information was operationalised and thanks to
K9 Unit from Ermelo, K9 Unit from Standerton, and K9 Unit in Whiteriver responded accordingly and advanced to the scene where upon arrival, they began to search and noticed something suspicious. The members dug and found three bags which they opened and recovered the explosives which were then confiscated.
Police are still conducting an investigation regarding this discovery and part of the probe will also focus on a person or persons who could have hidden the recovered items. Police urge anyone with information that may assist in the investigation to call the Crime Stop number at 08600 10111. Alternatively, information can be sent via MYSAPSAPP. All received…
