South Africa: 37-year-old suspect to appear in court for possession of illegal firearm in Mamone village, Jane Furse

Sekhukhune SAPS District Detectives, in collaboration with Jane Furse Visible Policing, conducted an intelligence operation on 30 September 2024 following credible information regarding a suspect in possession of an unlicensed firearm in the village of Mamone, in the Jane Furse police station.

The suspect, a 37-year-old man, was found and located at the home of a relative in the village of Mamone. Upon arrival, officers searched the premises and recovered a 9mm pistol.

During preliminary questioning, the suspect was unable to produce the necessary documents or permit for the firearm, leading to his immediate arrest.

The recovered firearm will be subjected to ballistic testing to determine if it may be linked to other serious crimes committed.

The suspect is expected to appear before the Nebo Magistrate’s Court on Wednesday, October 2, 2024.

Members of the community are encouraged to join the police in the fight against crime by reporting criminal activity to the nearest police station, SAPS Crime Stop on 08600 10111, or by leaving an anonymous tip on the MySAPS app.