Suspect arrested with unlicensed firearm, Magaliesburg

South African Police Service

Suspect arrested with unlicensed firearm, Magaliesburg
Suspect arrested with unlicensed firearm, Magaliesburg. Photo: SAPS

On Friday, 26 August 2022 members of SAPS Magaliesburg arrested a 26-year-old man for possession of an unlicensed firearm and ammunition.

The SAPS members reportedly conducted a crime prevention roadblock along Koster Road in Magaliesburg.

Vigilance led the members to recover an unlicensed firearm and ammunition found inside a vehicle; the driver was subsequently arrested.

The firearm will be subjected to ballistic tests to establish whether it may be linked to other serious crimes committed.

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SOURCESouth African Police Service