Members from the Uitenhage Cluster continued to clamp down on criminal activities last night, Tuesday, 14 August 2018, during an intelligence driven operation, which led to the successful arrest of a 35 year old male on a charge of the illegal possession of an unlicensed firearm and ammunition.
Members from the Operational Command Centre in Uitenhage conducted a search operation in Siyo Crescent, KwaNobuhle at about 23:30, which resulted in the recovery of a Norinco 9mm and two magazines that contained 18 rounds. Further investigations revealed that the firearm was stolen during a burglary in Kabega Park during June 2018.
The Acting Uitenhage Cluster Commander, Brigadier Ronald Koll commended police officials for the good work which led to the arrest of the suspect and the removal of an illegal firearm off the streets.
Brig Koll said: “This success can be attributed to our network of informers combined with targeted and effective deployment of our operational resources that are in line with our Back to Basics approach”. The 35 year old male is due to appear in the KwaNobuhle Magistrate’s Court tomorrow, Thursday, 16 August 2018, on the said charges.
The South African Police Service appeal to the community to work with the SAPS in reducing crime by providing valuable information that will lead to the arrest of suspects, the tracing of illegal firearms and the recovery of stolen property. Let us share information and support each other in the fight against crime. Crime Stop 08600 10111 or Crime Line SMS 32211.
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