Picture: A firearm confiscated by police/Generic
By BAKANG MOKOTO
Three men were arrested for being in possession of a suspected illegal firearm and conspiracy to commit a crime. Tebogo Bojang (43), Masabata Lesolle (34), and Katlego Mantjane (29) brief appearances before the Vryburg Magistrate’s Court on Thursday.
The North West police spokesperson, Capt Sam Tselanyane said, the police in Vryburg received a tip-off about three men travelling in a blue Toyota Avanza, driving from Madibogo village towards Vryburg.
“The K9 Unit, Public Order Police and Vryburg Detectives were mobilised and the vehicle was found parked in front of a Pub in Vryburg. Three occupants as well as the vehicle were searched and police found hand gloves, a balaclava, and a 9mm pistol hidden in the vehicle.
“All three suspects were immediately arrested. The trio was remanded in custody until their next appearance on Monday for a formal bail application. Investigation into the matter continues,” Tselanyane said.
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