Members of SAPS together with the Eldorado Park Gauteng Traffic Wardens arrested a 35 year-old male following a tip-off from a member of the community alleging that the suspect was selling drugs from his residence. Officers proceeded to the identified address where they conducted a search of the premises and discovered a bag containing various types of drugs. The suspect was immediately placed under arrest.
– In another operation, officers spotted a suspect who fled upon noticing the presence of law enforcement.
The suspect ran into a house and locked the door. After some time, he opened the back door and attempted to escape by jumping over the wall but was apprehended by officers.
Upon searching the suspect, officers discovered a 9mm pistol with 11 rounds of ammunition. The suspect failed to produce a valid firearm licence and was placed under arrest. A further search of the house led to the discovery of plastic packets containing drugs as well as cough syrup suspected to be used for illegal purposes.
The suspect was arrested for possession of an unlicensed firearm and ammunition, as well as possession of drugs.
– In a separate incident, officers received information about a stolen motorbike allegedly hidden in a room at Mfolo Industrial area. Members responded to the information and proceeded to the address where the stolen motorbike was recovered.
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