PARKTOWN – The police in Gauteng continue to clamp down on illegal and unlicensed firearms as they seize five unlicensed firearms and arrest five suspects during intelligence led operations conducted in different parts of the province.

On the first incident, a 31-year-old man was arrested after being found in possession of two unlicensed firearms and live ammunition near South West College.

Meanwhile, three suspects were also arrested at Senaoane in Moroka for possession of two unlicensed firearms and ammunition.

On another incident a man was arrested in Itireleng, Laudium, also for possession of an unlicensed firearm and ammunition.

All the successes are as a result of intelligence driven information. The seized firearms will be subjected to ballistic testing.

The police members’ efforts and zeal to ensure that Gauteng is a firearm free province are commended and the public’s assistance in the fight against crime is always appreciated.

Source: South African Police Service