An integrated operation between members of the Flying Squad and the K9 Dog Unit led to the arrest of a male suspect aged 43 on 1 July 2019, at 10:30. According to reports the members were responding to a complaint where a white Hyundai vehicle was involved in an accident at Jakes Gerwel Road, Elsies River and three occupants jumped out and fled on foot with firearms.
Upon their arrival on scene, police found that the vehicle is used as a mitre taxi and there was false number plates and blue light inside the vehicle. The members conducted a search in a nearby bush with the K9 dog assistance and they found one suspect hiding himself with automatic 9mm uzi firearm and ammunitions in his possession.
The suspect is expected to appear at the Goodwood Magistrates’ Court once he has been charged for possession of unlicensed firearm and ammunitions and possession of stolen property.
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