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Six Suspects to Appear in Court After Firearms and Drug Bust in Mfuleni and Delft

Six suspects, aged between 22 and 31, are expected to appear in the Blue Downs Magistrates' Court on Friday following their arrest on Thursday for possession of unlicensed firearms, ammunition, and drugs in the Mfuleni and Delft areas. SAPS spokesperson F.C. Van Wyk confirmed that members of the Anti-Economic Crime Task Team and the Provincial Counterfeit and Illicit Goods Policing Team, in collaboration with Crime Intelligence, executed the operation after […]

19 September 2025

Local

Public Order Police confiscate firearms, ammunition, and drugs in Khayelitsha

Three suspects, aged 33, 34, and 37, are set to appear in the Khayelitsha Magistrates' Court today following their arrest on Saturday at Ntutyana Street, Ilitha Park, Khayelitsha. They were apprehended for possession of an unlicensed firearm, ammunition, drugs, and stolen cellular phones. Police spokesperson Captain F.C. van Wyk reported that members of the Public Order Police (POPS), while patrolling the area, observed a Toyota Auris parked in the middle […]

4 August 2025

Local

Anti-Gang Unit arrested a 68-year-old man for the unlawful possession of nine firearms and ammunition

A 68-year-old man was arrested in Strand yesterday for the unlawful possession of firearms and ammunition. SAPS spokesperson Warrant Officer Joseph Swartbooi said the arrest forms part of ongoing efforts by police to prevent crime and ensure community safety. According to Swartbooi, members of the Anti-Gang Unit acted on information about firearms and ammunition allegedly stored at a residence in Strand. Officers tactically approached an address on Gulden Crescent, where […]

25 June 2025

Local

Western Cape Police clamp down on suspects during crime prevention initiatives

The Western Cape police are actively working to combat gang violence and remove firearms from criminals who threaten society. The South African Police Service (SAPS) launched crime prevention operations in high-crime areas on Sunday, June 15, 2025, resulting in numerous arrests for illegal possession of firearms and ammunition. SAPS Spokesperson Sergeant Wesley Twigg stated that the recovery of these weapons is the result of proactive measures, including patrols, targeted operations, […]

22 June 2025

Local

Western Cape Police Crack Down on Illegal Firearms in Gang Hotspots

Western Cape police have intensified crime prevention efforts in gang-affected areas such as Delft and Mitchells Plain, focusing on removing illegal firearms from circulation. On Tuesday, members of the Delft Crime Prevention Unit arrested a man during routine patrols on Leeu Street in the N2 Gateway area. According to SAPS spokesperson Sergeant Wesley Twigg, the suspect was found in possession of a 9mm pistol and nine rounds of ammunition. He […]

19 June 2025

Local

Police members arrest suspects for illegal possession of firearms and ammunition

By Rachel Mohamed A 23-year-old suspect has been arrested for illegal possession of a firearm and ammunition in Delft on Tuesday, 15 October, and will be appearing in the Bellville Magistrate’s court once charged. SAPS Spokesperson Lieutenant Colonel Malcolm Pojie said Anti-Gang Unit members deployed in the Delft policing precinct followed up on information regarding a firearm hidden at a premises in Junker Crescent, Delft. “On arrival at the identified […]

16 October 2024

Local

Cele: South Africa has a serious illegal firearm problem

Police Minister Bheki Cele said the country has a serious illegal firearm problem, adding, however, that perpetrators use a variety of weapons to commit murder. On Friday, Cele presented the latest crime stats for the third quarter, covering the period between October 2022 and December 2022. The statistics show a significant increase of 10.1% for murder, which stands at 7,555 cases during that period. Cele said during the third quarter, […]

18 February 2023

Local

Western Cape police arrest more than 550 people in crime-prevention operations

Western Cape police arrested nearly 600 people during the week for crimes ranging from possession of unlicensed firearms and ammunition to dealing in dagga, murder and domestic violence. Provincial spokesperson Capt Frederick van Wyk said 562 wanted suspects were nabbed. Among those arrested was a 34-year-old man in Delft who was allegedly found in possession of a .38 Special revolver, while in the Nyanga Browns Farm area a 37-year-old man was also […]

10 July 2022

Local

Case against businessman, arms dealer postponed again

The case against a Cape Town businessman and Vereeniging arms dealer was again on Friday postponed for another pre-trial hearing. Irshaad "Hunter" Laher and Alan Raves appeared in the Western Cape High Court where the matter was postponed to October 12. The two are accused of various charges focusing on the alleged sale of firearms meant to have been destroyed by police but which ended up in the hands of […]

30 June 2018

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