Greytown: A 48-year-old is due to appear before the Greytown Magistrate’s Court soon after being found in possession of firearms and ammunition.
According to South African Government News Agency, this follows a multidisciplinary operation comprising members attached to the Pietermaritzburg Flying Squad, Pietermaritzburg Public Order Policing (POP), and local security companies.
Police conducted an informer operation on Thursday, 13 February 2025, following information regarding unlicensed firearms at a homestead in Ngome. Upon arrival, officers searched the premises and found two .303 rifles, two pistols, and ammunition. Further investigation led to the recovery of a South African National Defence Force (SANDF) uniform, stated KwaZulu-Natal police.
The collaboration between police units and local security companies underscores the ongoing efforts to tackle illegal arms possession in the region. The suspect’s court appearance is awaited to address the charges of illegal possession of firearms and ammunition.