Media Statement from Western Cape Media Centre

Corporate Communication and Liaison

South African Police Service

Adamant to tackle the onslaught of violent and serious crimes in this province, members attached to Public Order Policing reacted on intelligence and raided a residence in Heinz Park, Philippi East during the early hours of this morning. The intervention led to the discovery of an AK47 assault rifle, 117 x AK47 rounds, as well as 94 rounds for a hand gun. The owner of the residence, a 55 year old suspect was arrested and is due to make a court appearance in Athlone on Monday to face charges for the illegal possession of a firearm and the illegal possession of ammunition. The circumstances surrounding the case and the origin of the firearm are still under investigation.    

Media contact: Lieutenant Colonel Andrè Traut SAPS Western Cape Media Centre 021 417 7423 & 0833001752 wcmedia@saps.org.za

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