Firearm and Drugs Seized in Hanover Park and Mitchell’s Plain
CCN Reporter – George C April
Cape Town:- In another successful operation, members of the Anti-Gang Unit (AGU) conducted intelligence-driven raids on Thursday night, leading to the arrest of two suspects for the illegal possession of a firearm, ammunition, and drugs.
In the first operation, AGU members acted on precise intelligence and searched a premises in Mentz Court, Hanover Park, where they confiscated a 9mm pistol with ammunition. A 37-year-old male was arrested for the illegal possession of a firearm and ammunition.
In a separate operation in Lekkerwater Street, Tafelsig, Mitchell’s Plain, the members discovered 68 and a half mandrax tablets hidden inside a house. A 56-year-old male was arrested for possession of mandrax tablets.
Both suspects are expected to appear in their respective magistrate courts once charged.
Community Reaction:
Local resident Leandra Petersen from Hanover Park telephonically told CCN,
“It’s good to see the police finally making a difference again. Every illegal gun taken off the streets could mean one less child caught in the crossfire. We need more of these operations to make our communities safe again.”
📎 Source: SAPS Media Statement.