By KEDIBONE MOLAETSI
A Zimbabwean man briefly appeared at the Bafokeng Magistrate’s Court in Tlhabane, near Rustenburg for possession of unlicensed firearm, ammunition and explosive gel.
Paulos Chitoto (34) was arrest by the police after a tip-off by members of the community on a planned house break-in on a farm in the Swartruggens. According to the National Prosecuting Agency (NPA) regional spokesperson, Henry Mamothame said the case was postponed until 11 October 2021 for further investigations.
“The accused was intercepted by the police near Rietvellie graveyard in Phokeng outside Rustenburg and two of his accomplices managed to flee. The police are on a manhunt for the two men.
“A 9mm pistol, live ammunition magazine and explosive gel were found inside the Toyota Prada the suspects were travelling in. The accused will remain in police custody until his next court appearance after he abandoned bail,” Mamothame said.
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