Former Police General Arrested With Over 100 Rounds Of SAPS Ammunition
The 57-year-old was arrested after investigators searched his Centurion home during an investigation into the murder of Lieutenant-General Sindile Mfazi.
A former police general has been arrested for allegedly possessing more than 100 rounds of South African Police Service (SAPS)-issued ammunition. The 57-year-old was detained by the SAPS National Cold Case Unit following a search at his Centurion home in July. He is expected to appear before the Johannesburg Magistrates’ Court on Tuesday.
The former police general allegedly possessed R5 and 9-millimetre rounds despite having left the police service in 2009. Police said he had no valid reason to possess the ammunition after leaving the service. He faces a charge under the Firearms Control Act.
Centurion Search Linked To Sindile Mfazi Murder Investigation
The Centurion search formed part of an investigation into the murder of Lieutenant-General Sindile Mfazi. Investigators seized documents and electronic devices from the former officer’s home during the search in July. Police have not provided further details about the items recovered.
SAPS national spokesperson Brigadier Athlenda Mathe confirmed that the suspect would appear in court on a charge of unlawful possession of ammunition. The charge falls under the Firearms Control Act 60 of 2000. The matter is expected to proceed before the Johannesburg Magistrates’ Court.
“He is facing a charge of unlawful possession of ammunition in contravention of the Firearms Control Act 60 of 2000. The suspect is expected to appear before the Johannesburg Magistrates Court today,” Mathe said.
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