SAPS Detectives were investigating a group of individuals who have been responsible for the recent spate of cellphone store robberies in the Western Cape.
Yesterday, the observation team noticed a vehicle speeding on the N1. Backup was called and the vehicle was pulled over on the R300. Inside the vehicle, a 9mm firearm with the serial number filed off, was found, as well as numerous laptops, cellphones and tablets for which the occupants could not give a reasonable explanation of where it came from. Another Norinco 9mm pistol containing a magazine with five (5) rounds was found.
The five (5) suspects, aged between 22 and 33, were arrested for the Possession of a Prohibited Firearm and Possession of Suspected Stolen Goods. It was later established that there was a burglary at a shopping centre in Worcester and these suspects were linked to the incident. The Investigating officer will oppose bail. The suspects will appear in the Kuilsrivier Magistrate court once charged.
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