Members of the Kimberley SAPS Task Team arrested a 30-year-old man for the unlawful possession of a firearm and ammunition on Tuesday evening.
According to police, the arrest occurred at approximately 21:30 while officers were conducting routine crime prevention patrols in Green Street. The team stopped and searched a male suspect, during which they discovered a 9mm firearm and ammunition in his possession.
The suspect was immediately arrested and detained. He is expected to appear in court soon to face charges related to the possession of an illegal firearm.