Efforts to disarm suspects who contributes to serious and violent crimes in our communities yielded positive results when members of Ocean View police arrested an 18-year-old male for the possession of an unlicensed firearm and ammunition in Puma Street, Ocean View on the morning of 15 February 2022 at about 01:00.
The members were busy with patrols to combat gang related shootings in the area when they noticed a group of males standing on the corner.
When they saw the police vehicle approaching, one of the males started to run and the members gave chase. The suspect was apprehended and found in possession of a 9mm pistol and ammunition.
The suspect is due to make his court appearance in Simons Town Magistrates court on Thursday, 17 February 2022 on the mentioned charges.
