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Bethelsdorp violence, suspect arrested with 2 illegal firearms

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Bethelsdorp violence, suspect arrested with 2 illegal firearms
Bethelsdorp violence, suspect arrested with 2 illegal firearms

SAPS Bethelsdorp members are determined to ensure the safety of their communities by eradicating illegal firearms which has found its way in the hands of criminals.

On the night of 27 August 2022, the members once again confiscated two firearms and arrested a 19-year-old man in Kwanoxolo.

It is alleged that at about 22:50 while the Crime Prevention members were patrolling in Thina Street, they noticed the suspect trying to open a gate. The members followed the suspect into the yard and noticed that he dropped two firearms, a 9mm pistol and a .38 revolver.

He was apprehended and detained on charges of possession of prohibited firearms and illegal possession of ammunition.

He is expected to appear in the Gqeberha magistrate court on Monday, 29 August 2022.

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