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South African Police Arrest Two in Tembisa Over Viral Gun Video and Seize Suspected Unlicensed Guns

Police say the case underscores strict duties under South Africa's Firearms Control Act.

Overview

  • Gauteng Crime Intelligence launched a tracing operation Friday after the clip, arresting two men in Tembisa and seizing suspected unlicensed guns plus a hijacked car.
  • The suspects, aged 21 and 34, face counts under the Firearms Control Act for illegal possession of firearms and ammunition and are due in the Tembisa Magistrate’s Court next week.
  • The South African reported that officers later intercepted a car in Kaalfontein and arrested the two women seen in the video, which SAPS has not confirmed across all outlets.
  • SAPS spokesperson Brigadier Athlenda Mathe warned that reckless gun handling endangers the public and said only licensed, competent people may handle firearms under law.
  • Police added that owners can be charged for allowing access and that misuse of toy or imitation guns can also bring charges, urging tip-offs to Crime Stop at 08600 10111.