Media Statement from Gauteng Media Centre
Corporate Communication
South African Police Service

Tshwane West Cluster SAPS Trio Task Team and Atteridgeville SAPS members arrested four suspects for possession of firearms and ammunition. Information was received that the suspects were allegedly planning to rob an unidentified business. The members responded swiftly and the suspects aged between 40 to 58 years old were apprehended. 

The suspects were driving a red Polo and a white Ford Bakkie. The suspects are linked to a business robbery at Atlyn Mall in Atteridgeville. A norinco, Beretta 9mm pistol and two vehicles that were used by suspects were seized.

The suspects will appear in the Pretoria Magistrate's Court soon, on charges of possession of unlicensed firearms and ammunition, more charges will be added. 

Media Enquiries: Captain Augustinah Selepe - 079 899 4309 seleped@saps.gov.za

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