Police in the Western Cape have arrested three gang-affiliated suspects during an intelligence-driven operation linked to the attempted murder of a police officer in Athlone earlier this month. Officers recovered a stolen vehicle, a firearm and ammunition. Spokesperson FC Van Wyk says a 27-year-old suspect was traced and arrested after they received information about a hijacking during which two women were robbed of a vehicle. Van Wyk says the vehicle was later recovered and confirmed to have been stolen in Hermanus. He says information provided
by the suspect led officers to a premises in Kewtown, where a shotgun and ammunition were recovered. Two women were also arrested in connection with the stolen vehicle and detained in Hermanus. All suspects are expected to appear in court soon. Video| WC Crime | Police search for suspects in Athlone shootings
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