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🇿🇼 Published: 06 April 2026
📘 Source: The Sowetan

A 36-year-oldFree Statewoman was arrested after allegedly attempting to conceal four rifles and an airgun by refusing to move from a bed where the weapons were hidden. According to Free State police spokesperson Sgt Mahlomola Kareli, this happened during an intelligence-led operation at about 9.50pm on Sunday evening after credible intelligence about a male suspect believed to be in possession of illegal firearms. He said police were led to the residence in Dilape Street in Batho location.

After a formal introduction and explanation of the mission, the suspect granted the officers entry to the premises and immediately noticed a large rifle safe that appeared to have been forcefully tampered with. However, it was found to be empty.” Kareli said a further search led to the discovery of 23 boxes containing 1,163 rounds ofammunitionof various calibres hidden near a kitchen cabinet. “In a tactical search of the bedroom, a 36-year-old female was found lying on the bed.

She appeared hesitant to move or co-operate with the officers. Once she was moved, a search beneath the mattress revealed four rifles, including an airgun.” He said the couple, a 46-year-old foreign national and his 36-year-old girlfriend, were immediately taken into custody for possession of unlicensed firearms and ammunition and are expected to appear in court soon.

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Originally published by The Sowetan • April 06, 2026

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