News24.com | Man, 38, arrested with 14 hand grenades in Stilfontein

Fourteen MK2 grenades found from a suspect in Khuma, North West.

A man found in possession of 14 hand grenades is expected to appear in the Stilfontein Magistrate's Court on Monday.

A police officer attached to the North West Public Order Policing apprehended the suspect on Saturday.

Police spokesperson Colonel Adéle Myburgh said the officer received information about a man, 38, possessing explosives in Extension 6, Khuma, Stilfontein. 

"Upon following up, the officer found the suspect at the corner of Marumole and Lekoma streets and searched him. A total of 14 MK2 hand grenades were found in his possession," she added.

"Furthermore, it was established that the suspect is an undocumented person and will be processed under the Immigration Act."

The case will be transferred to the Hawks for further investigation.

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