CRIME SCENE: Eerste River, Cape Town: A 16-year-old boy has been arrested after he was allegedly found in possession of an illegal firearm.

According to the South African Police Service (SAPS) the boy was arrested during an  intelligence-driven operation by Operation Prosper members on Sunday, 1 November 2026, in Bordeaux Street, Heather Park.

“A thorough search resulted in the discovery of a prohibited firearm which led to the arrest of a teenage male suspect.

“The operation continued to Masop Street, Heather Park, where the members found a firearm and 44 rounds of ammunition in the suspect’s premises.  A 33-year-old man was apprehended for possession of a prohibited firearm and illegal possession of ammunition,” said SAPS.

BONTEHEUWEL: Members attached to the Anti-Gang Unit (AGU) arrested a 23-year-old man for possession of an unlicensed firearm and ammunition following a stop and search operation in Avocardo Street, Bonteheuwel.