FICKSBURG - The police have arrested four suspects at a police roadblock on the R26 road after a taxi was stopped and searched. The suspects were found in possession of unlicensed firearm and ammunition.

The police conducted a roadblock at the intersection of the R26 and R70 (Ficksburg and Rosendal) through stop and searches focusing on illegal goods. They stopped a 22 seater taxi and searched all passengers and their luggage. A bag was recovered and upon a search, police a firearm with a visible serial number and ammunition.

A total of four suspects were arrested and they are set to appear before the Ficksburg Magistrate’s Court on Wednesday, 27 July 2022 facing charges of possession of unlicensed firearm and ammunition.

Source: South African Police Service