Lentegeur police arrest 6 suspects and seize four firearms and drugs

In an effort to clamp on gangsterism and its manifestations, Lentegeur police in Mitchell’s Plain embarked on an operation yesterday that saw four pistols, seven magazines, 97 rounds of ammunition,18 units of Heroin and a substantial amount of cash confiscated. Six suspects between the ages of 23 and 38 have been arrested. They will be charged with possession of unlicensed firearms, ammunition, a prohibited firearm as well as drugs. They will appear in court on Monday in Mitchell’s Plain.

Western Cape Provincial Commissioner has commended the efforts of the members who without fail venture out to make Western Cape communities safer.

“In trying and dangerous circumstances our police officials think of the safety of local communities. Lentegeur will be safer with the six suspects behind bars and the four pistols off the streets of Cape Town”, says General Jula.