Suspect appears in Botshabelo Magistrate’s Court for possession of unlicensed firearm

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

BLOEMFONTEIN – Mohatle April Matshepe aka ‘Seun’ appeared in Botshabelo Magistrate’s Court for possession of an unlicensed firearm.

The 43-year-old male was arrested by Botshabelo Crime Prevention Task Team during Sunday 07 July 2024 evening. The team followed up information and pounced on the suspect at about 20:05 in B-Section, Botshabelo. Seun was found in possession of a firearm without a valid license.

Mohatle April Matshepe was immediately arrested and a case of possession of unlicensed firearm was opened at Botshabelo Police Station. The suspect is still in custody and will reappear in Botshabelo Magistrate’s Court on Monday 15 July 2024.

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