By AGISANANG SCUFF
18 January 2026- The police in Assen in collaboration with local farmers have arrested four suspects in connection with the unlawful possession of a firearm and ammunition. The police said the arrests were effected on Saturday midday, 17 January 2026, after the members of Assen SAPS responded to a complaint at Kameeldrift on the R511 road.
The North West police spokesperson, Constable Thuto Bobelo said it is alleged that four suspects travelling in a white Hyundai i10 were stopped by the members of the local farming community. Bobelo said upon arrival at the scene, the police found four suspects lying on the ground under the supervision of a group of farmers.
“A search of the vehicle was conducted, during which police recovered a pistol with a magazine and several rounds of ammunition, for which no lawful ownership could be established. Cash and nine cellular phones were also seized.
“The preliminary investigations revealed that the suspects may be linked to an earlier robbery involving a police officer in Northam. All four suspects were arrested and are expected to appear before the Brits Magistrate’s Court on 19 January 2026, facing charges of unlawful possession of a firearm and ammunition, as well as robbery,” he said.
Meanwhile, the acting North West Police Commissioner, Major General (Dr) Ryno Naidoo, commended the cooperation of the farming community and reiterated the commitment of the South African Police Service (SAPS) to combat serious and violent crime in the province.
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