26-Year-old arrested after he was found with a firearm in a tavern

Media Statement
South African Police Service
Office of the Provincial Commissioner Free State

FREE STATE – Crime Prevention unit members intensifies their efforts in making Tseki the safest in Qwaqwa.

On 05 April 2024 at about 23:00, Tseki crime prevention unit members while on patrol in Matebeleng village received a tip off about a person having a firearm at a local Tarven. 

The team rushed to the said tavern and on their arrival, the 26-year-old identified male was approached and searched. An unlicensed 9mm pistol with ammunition was found in his possession and he was arrested.

The 26-year-old residing at Matebeleng village will appear in the Tseki Magistrate court soon for possession of unlicensed firearm and ammunition.
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