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The DA calls on SAPS top brass to provide full support to KwaZulu-Natal (KZN) law enforcement in order to ensure that suspects linked to a large amount of ammunition - seized yesterday at KwaMashu Men’s Hostel - are brought to book.

The arms were uncovered during an early morning raid and include a machine capable of producing 100 000 bullets per day, allegedly the property of the biggest supplier to hitmen and cash-in-transit criminals. Radios with links to police frequencies were also found on the premises.

The DA commends the efforts of both SAPS on the ground and private security in uncovering and seizing this equipment.

It is now time for the Minister of Police, Bheki Cele to step up and provide every possible support – which must include specialised units – so that the suspects can be apprehended.

Arrests in this case will be a huge morale boost for the people of KZN, who are living in fear as criminals take over. The arrests would also send out a clear message when it comes to other priority crimes in the province.

Criminals have had free reign in KZN for far too long. The DA expects Community Safety MEC, Sipho Hlomuka to ensure that our province is prioritised by national government and in particular Minister Cele.

Issued by Sharon Hoosen, MPL - DA KZN Spokesperson on Community Safety and Liaison