A multidisciplinary operation comprising of members attached to the Pietermaritzburg Flying Squad, Pietermaritzburg Public Order Policing (POP), and local security companies, led by the Greytown Station Commander, resulted in the successful arrest of a 48-year-old suspect in the Engome area under the Greytown policing precinct.
On Thursday, 13 February 2025, police conducted an informer operation following information regarding unlicensed firearms at a homestead in Ngome.
Upon arrival, officers searched the premises and found two .303 rifles, two pistols, and ammunition. Further investigation led to the recovery of a South African National Defence Force (SANDF) uniform.
The suspect was immediately arrested and is expected to appear before the Greytown Magistrate’s Court soon.
