Elandskraal man nabbed with unlicensed AK-47 rifle

Tsantsabela

The Elandskraal Police outside Marble Hall have on Thursday 13 June arrested a 33-year-old man for possession of unlicensed firearm and ammunition.

Colonel Malesela Ledwaba, Limpopo Provincial Police Spokesperson, said the arrest emanates after the police received information and were summoned to the scene, whereby two groups of family members were involved in a heated argument at Tsantsabela Village.

“Upon arrival, the police approached the group and led them to police station for further interrogation. While at the police station, the police searched all the occupants who were driving in two vehicles including a charcoal Ford Ranger double cab and white Hyundai H1 minibus. During the search, one of them was found in possession of an unlicensed AK 47 rifle and 27 live ammunition. He was immediately arrested for possession of unlicensed firearm and ammunition,” explained Ledwaba.

He said circumstances that led to the two families to engage in a heated argument are still under investigation and the arrested suspect will appear before the Marble Hall Magistrate’s Court soon, while investigations are still underway.

Lieutenant General Thembi Hadebe, Limpopo Provincial Police Commissioner, has applauded the police for arresting the suspect and recovering the unlicensed firearm.

“We praise the team for being vigilant when performing their duties and responding quickly to the situation,” said Hadebe.