ZONKIZIZWE – Members of SAPS Zonkizizwe arrested four suspects in Zonkizizwe Zone 3 on Monday, 11 April 2022 for unlawful possession of a firearm and ammunition as well as possession of presumed stolen property.

A community member reportedly provided information on criminal activities in the area to the police. The suspects’ vehicle was shortly intercepted and a search led the SAPS members to recover an unlicensed firearm, ammunition and presumed stolen property.

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

The Station Commander of SAPS Zonkizizwe, Lieutenant Colonel Albert Chauke welcomed the arrests and thanked the community members for supporting the police in the fight against crime in the community.

Source: South African Police Service