Bishop Lavis SAPS members continue their commitment in creating a safe and secure environment for all. On Sunday 3 March 2019, at about 20:45, SAPS members conducted stop and search operations in the hotspot areas known for gang violence.
A 25 year old male, a well-known gang member was searched. One 9mm pistol with one magazine with three rounds of ammunition were confiscated. A case of possession of a prohibited firearm was registered for investigation.
Later the same evening, during routine crime prevention activities at about 21:40, members of the Crime Prevention Unit responded to information received from a valuable source relating to a male person in possession of a firearm. When SAPS members spotted the suspect who fitted the clothing description they approached the suspect who then fled with SAPS members in pursuit.
The 26 year old suspect was arrested, after he was found in possession of one 9mm pistol and one magazine with four rounds of ammunition.
Once charged, both suspects will make a court appearance in the Bishop Lavis Magistrate’s Court on the mentioned charges.
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