Five suspected gang members were arrested on Monday in Bedfordview, east of Johannesburg, while on their way to allegedly commit robbery, police said.
Masondo said a VW GTI Golf 5 and Toyota Hilux that matched the description given were spotted travelling in the direction of Bedfordview.
“Both vehicles were stopped and a search was conducted. Three unlicensed firearms loaded with ammunition were found, together with balaclavas, reflective jackets, two-way radios, hand gloves, a grinder and other tools. It was revealed that the cars are fitted with false registration plates,” he said.Gauteng police commissioner Lt-Gen Elias Mawela commended the team which he said was working hard to foil robberies in Gauteng.
“I am so proud of this multidisciplinary, hardworking team that continues to save lives of innocent people that were going to be victims of crime perpetrated by the arrested suspects. The excellent work performed by this team does not go unnoticed, especially this time of the year when criminals think they can do as they wish. Criminals must know that whatever they are planning this festive season will never materialise as we have this team waiting for them,” said Mawela.
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