3 arrested in MP for possession of stolen car, unlicensed firearms
The arrests followed tracing operations after an armed robbery at a fuel station on Friday
Three men have been arrested in Mpumalanga for allegedly possessing a stolen vehicle and unlicensed firearms. The arrests occurred during a multidisciplinary police operation on Friday, following an armed robbery at a fuel station near KaNyamazane. Provincial police spokesperson Mavela Masondo stated that security officers were robbed of an undisclosed amount of cash during the incident.
The vehicle, a red VW Polo with Mpumalanga registration number plates, was found in KaBokweni with two occupants and concealed cash. The vehicle is suspected to be linked to a police investigation regarding a Brooklyn case registered in September 2022. The third suspect was arrested at KaNyamazane with an unlicensed firearm and ammunition.
The suspects are expected to appear in court on Monday, 09 November 2026. The SAPS in Mpumalanga has praised the police officers for their successful operation.
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