| Two suspects behind bars on firearm and drug related matters | |
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| Date Published | |
| 2025/05/15 | |
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Media Statement
WESTERN CAPE - The Western Cape police remain vigilant in its efforts to reduce crime and protect communities by ensuring that those who engage in criminal activities are brought to justice. Earlier today, Thursday, 15 May 2025 at 13:15, members of the Maitland Flying Squad received information about a suspicious Polo vehicle transporting drugs. The members spotted the specific vehicle on the corners of Charl Cronje and Mispel Streets in Bellville. The members pulled over the car and ensued with a search during which they found a blue plastic bag containing cocaine at the front passenger seat. A 35 year old male was arrested for dealing in drugs. On Wednesday, 14 May 2025 at about 09:00, members received information about a firearm being kept at a premises in Mlonzi Street, Wallacedoene. The members proceeded to the identified address where they found one 9mm round of ammunition underneath the bed. The members then searched a Hyundai vehicle that was parked inside the yard and found a black Taurus Brazil revolver with no serial number underneath the driver’s seat. An adult male was arrested for possession of a prohibited firearm and the vehicle was booked in as evidence.
Both men are scheduled to appear in the Bellville and Bluedowns Magistrates’ court once charged.
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