The proliferation of firearms and dangerous weapons remains a priority to SAPS during the festive season

Media Statement
South African Police Service
Office of the Provincial Commissioner Northern Cape

KIMBERLEY – The Noupoort SAPS pounced on a 35-year-old male and confiscated a firearm from a house in Noupoort.

On Monday, 23 December 2024 at about 10:30 the police in Noupoort followed up on information and searched a house in Tyoksville, Noupoort.

The SAPS members found a 9mm Vector and ammunition during the execution of the sting operation.

The 35-year-old male suspect was arrested and charged for possession of a suspected stolen firearm. The serial numbers of firearm was filed off and will be sent for Forensic testing.

The SAPS management applaud the Noupoort SAPS for their vigilance that led to this outstanding confiscation and arrest during the Festive Season operations as the police are stamping down the authority of the state.

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