Police in the Western Cape arrested three gang-affiliated suspects in 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 during the operation. Spokesperson FC Van Wyk said a 27-year-old suspect was traced and arrested after police received information about a hijacking in which two women were robbed of a vehicle.
The vehicle was later recovered and confirmed to have been stolen in Hermanus. Information from the suspect led officers to a premises in Kewtown where a shotgun and ammunition were found.
Two women were also arrested in connection with the stolen vehicle and detained in Hermanus. All suspects are expected to appear in court soon.