Three suspects were arrested and firearms recovered in a joint operation between the Midrand police and Ria Sebetsa Security on 6 June.
The incident occurred at 8pm during a roadblock operation with members of security, police and the community on the corner of R55 and Summit Road in Blue Hills.
CEO of Ria Sebetsa Security Danny Muduray said that during the roadblock, authorities pulled over a white Toyota Hilux bakkie with three occupants. Muduray added that the vehicle stopped a few metres away from the roadblock before all three suspects jumped out and attempted to flee on foot in different directions.
A shoot-out took place between the police and suspects, but the suspects managed to escape. The Toyota bakkie was searched and the ownership of the vehicle was obtained. The security and police seized an AK47 with ammunition, 9mm pistol with no serial number and ammunition, a balaclava and a pair of gloves.
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With the ownership information of the Toyota Hilux, the police ascertained a physical address in Olievenhoutbosch, which officers conducted an observation on for three hours. Two of the three suspects made their way to the house, with one entering to change his clothing while the other remained on the street.
Law enforcement confronted the two suspects and arrested them before they searched the property and found a stolen Toyota Quantum in the driveway, which was seized by police.
Meanwhile, the third suspect, who was driving the Toyota Hilux, made his way to the original scene to claim his vehicle. The police identified him as one of the suspects and arrested him.
All three suspects were detained at the Midrand Police Station and are expected to make their court appearances soon.
Details: Midrand Police Station 011 347 1626.
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https://www.citizen.co.za/midrand-reporter/215627/two-suspects-arrested-possession-unlicensed-firearm/
