Four suspects arrested and three rifles recovered

Media Statement
South African Police Service
Office of the Provincial Commissioner Gauteng
 

PARKTOWN – Four men were arrested on 26 November 2024 after they were intercepted at N17, Gosforth Tall Gate.

A multidisciplinary team comprising of Gauteng Tactical Response Team, Anti-Gang Unit, Gauteng Traffic, Airwing and Private Security companies operationalised intelligence information about a group of men en route to commit a robbery in Johannesburg. Two suspected vehicles were followed from Wadeville until Gosforth Tall Gate, where they were stopped and searched. Three rifles with magazines and ammunition were recovered. Further investigations revealed that one of the vehicles, a Lexus was fitted with false registration number plates and was stolen.  Both vehicles used by the suspects were also seized.

The Deputy Provincial Commissioner: Policing, Major General Fred Kekana welcomed the arrest and appreciated the team for their continuous concerted efforts to fight crime in the province.

The arrested suspects are expected to appear before court soon on charges of possession of unlicensed firearms and ammunition.

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