Three accused, Tebogo Bojang (43), Masabata Lesolle (34) and Katlego Arthur Mantjane (29) on Thursday, 08 December 2022 made a brief appearance before the Vryburg Magistrate’s Court on charges of illegal possession of firearm and ammunition and conspiracy to commit crime.

The accused court appearance stems from their apprehension on Tuesday, 06 December 2022. It is alleged that the police in Vryburg received a tip-off about three suspects travelling in blue Toyota Avanza, driving from Madibogo Village towards Vryburg. The K9 Unit, Public Order Police and Vryburg Detectives mobilised and the vehicle was found parked in front of a Pub in Vryburg.  Three male occupants as well as the vehicle were searched and police found hand gloves, a balaclava and a pistol hidden in the vehicle. All three suspects were immediately arrested.

The trio were remanded in custody until their next appearance before the same court on Monday, 12 December 2022 for a formal bail application. Investigation into the matter continues.

Source: South African Police Service