An ILembe District Police Intelligence driven operation together with Tactical Response Team, Umhlali Police and E2 Partners arrested a 37-year-old male suspect on Thursday, 2 October 2025, at an Estate in the Umhlali Policing Precinct, after the suspect was found in possession of unlicensed firearms and ammunition.
Ilembe District Police opened an enquiry earlier in the month of September 2025, after receiving information that the suspect was in possession of firearms and ammunition, after thorough surveillance, Police were issued a Search and Seizure Warrant for the firearms and ammunition by the KwaDukuza Magistrates Court which was executed.
The suspect’s home was searched by Police, and the following items were seized: two .303 Rifles, one Pump Action Shotgun with a spare barrel and 78 x 12 gauge shotgun ammunition.
The suspect was arrested and charged by police for possession of unlicensed firearms and unlawful possession of ammunition.
The firearms will be sent for ballistic testing to determine if it has been used in any criminal activities. The suspects will appear in KwaDukuza Magistrates Court in due time.