Public Order Policing arrest attempted hijacking suspects and recover firearm

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The vigilance and alertness by Public Order Policing members paid off when they arrested three suspects in the act of attempting to hijack a minibus this morning 20 October 2023 in Zwide.

It is alleged that at approximately 08:15 at the corners of Uitenhage and Spondo Roads, Zwide, the police members were at the intersection and while waiting for their turn to cross the road, they witnessed three suspects, approaching a white Mercedes Benz minibus. The members then realised that the suspects were busy attempting to hijack the driver. The members immediately acted and arrested all three suspects and confiscated a revolver and ammunition.

The suspects aged between 30 and 33 were arrested on charges of attempted hijacking, possession of a prohibited firearm and ammunition. The suspects will appear in the New Brighton magistrate court on Monday 23 October 2023.The views of authors published on South Africa Today are their own and do not necessarily represent the views of South Africa Today. By viewing, visiting, using, or interacting with SouthAfricaToday.

 

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