Members of SAPS Lenasia arrested a 33-year-old man on Tuesday, 07 June 2022 for possession of unlicensed firearms and ammunition following a community tip-off.
The SAPS members reportedly obtained information on a suspicious looking person near a taxi rank in Lenasia Ext 01 and proceeded to the address. A search was conducted which resulted in the recovery of two unlicensed firearms and ammunition. Further investigation revealed that one of the firearms was reported stolen at Brixton police station in 2019.
The firearms will be subjected to ballistic tests to determine whether it may be linked to other serious crime committed.
The suspect is expected to appear before the Lenasia Magistrates' court soon.
Source: South African Police Service