A TOTAL of 56 guns have been taken off the streets while over 2 000 suspects have been arrested.
This after the police intensified their Safer Festive Season operations in KZN, which are yielding positive results.
Police spokesman Colonel Robert Netshiunda said in the past two weeks, several police interventions had resulted in the recovery of 56 firearms, five of which were rifles, while 1 393 assortment of live rounds of ammunition were removed from the streets.
“During the operations, 2 776 suspects were arrested for various crimes. Of these, 883 were arrested for crimes such as murder, attempted murder and assault. Sixteen were nabbed for kidnapping, 506 for drug-related crimes and 27 after being found driving under the influence of alcohol,” said Netshiunda.
He said that with more boots on the ground towards enhanced police visibility, cops would be out in full force patrolling all tourist attractions and hot-spots.
“The safety and security of residents of KZN is important, and motorists found driving under the influence of alcohol will be met with the strict might of the law,” he said.
Netshiunda applauded residents who continued to provide valuable information, leading to the prevention of crime and arrest of suspects.
“Anonymous tip-offs can be relayed by contacting CrimeStop on 08600 10111 or via the MySAPS app,” he said.
Resident Nomkhosi Khanyile (40) said she was glad cops were working hard to fight crime, especially during the festive season.
“The way people commit crime, we are even scared to walk around our own neighbourhood. We fear being robbed and even killed. So when cops do such great work, we get happy. I hope they keep these suspects in jail,” she said.
