A 51-year-old man from the Bambisana locality is set to appear before the Lusikisiki Magistrates’ Court on Thursday, 30 April 2026, following his arrest for possession of an unlicensed firearm, ammunition, and attempting to bribe police.
The suspect was apprehended on Wednesday morning, 29 April 2026, at around 09:00 during an operation led by members of the South African Police Service (SAPS) Lusikisiki District Task Team.
Police confirmed that the man was found in possession of a 9mm pistol with an erased serial number, along with ammunition. He was unable to provide legal documentation for the firearm.
During the arrest, the suspect allegedly attempted to bribe officers with R5,000 in an effort to evade arrest, leading to an additional charge of attempted bribery.
Authorities further revealed that the suspect is linked to multiple serious offences, including cases of murder and possession of unlicensed firearms committed between 2024 and 2025.
OR Tambo District Commissioner, Norman Modishana, welcomed the arrest and commended officers for their integrity.
“Your commitment to the organisation’s code of conduct when it comes to integrity is highly appreciated,” said Modishana, praising members for upholding ethical standards even under pressure.
Police investigations are ongoing.
