SAPS Destroys 15,700 Firearms Removing Over 54,000 from Circulation

The South African Police Service (SAPS) carried out a significant operation on Thursday, July 6, in Vanderbijlpark, Gauteng, destroying 15,700 firearms. These firearms were obtained through various means, including seizures during crime prevention operations, voluntary surrenders, and forfeitures to the State. Brigadier Athlenda Mathe, the police spokesperson, provided this information as reported by The South African.

With the completion of this operation, the SAPS has now permanently removed a staggering total of 54,517 firearms from circulation since April 2022 through the firearms destruction process. This update highlights the significant progress made in reducing the availability of firearms.

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Brigadier Athlenda Mathe emphasised that the SAPS remains fully committed to intensifying its operations to detect and eliminate illegal firearms and ammunition from South Africa’s streets. Recognising the inherent threat these firearms pose to the safety and security of the nation’s residents, the SAPS reassures the public that their efforts in combating this issue will persist.

By effectively removing these firearms from circulation, the SAPS aims to enhance the overall safety and security of the country, striving to create a safer environment for all citizens.

The SAPS has successfully destroyed 15,700 firearms in Vanderbijlpark, Gauteng. These firearms were obtained through various means, and their destruction is part of the SAPS’ ongoing efforts to combat illegal firearms. With 54,517 firearms permanently removed from circulation since April 2022, the SAPS remains resolute in its commitment to intensify operations and ensure the safety and security of South Africa’s inhabitants.

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