Durban Metro police make major arrests in murder, house robbery, and vehicle theft cases

The Durban Metro Police Service made significant arrests for serious crimes including murder, house robbery and vehicle theft at the weekend.

The operations on Saturday were carried out by the Durban Metro Police Service Tracing Unit and the South African Police Service KZN Provincial Tracing team, while on Sunday arrests were made by the Metro police Bicycle Unit and Tracing Unit.

In Saturday's incident, an operational team deployed in the Durban CBD arrested a suspect wanted for murder and other crimes while a second arrest was made at an informal settlement in the Kenville area.

During the arrest, police officers recovered one unlicensed 9mm pistol and live ammunition.

“The recovered firearm was confirmed as being linked to a prior serious crime. Both suspects were arrested without incident and are expected to appear in court.”

The Metro police said the suspects are facing multiple serious charges, including two counts of murder, two counts of house robbery, housebreaking and theft, possession of an unlicensed firearm and illegal possession of ammunition.

In Sunday's incident, a breakthrough was made regarding a motor vehicle theft and carjacking syndicate operating around the Durban CBD and beachfront.

“Acting on information received, officers intercepted a suspicious vehicle after the driver attempted to evade police by fleeing and disregarding traffic laws. The vehicle was successfully stopped, leading to the arrest of multiple suspects. Suspects are also linked to recent vehicle theft cases reported in Durban.”

During the operation, officers recovered:

● Suspected break-in implements

● Live ammunition

● Additional exhibits linked to vehicle theft syndicate activities

The Metro police said the suspects are facing charges including possession of break-in implements, possession of property suspected to be stolen, illegal possession of ammunition, defeating the ends of justice,  disregarding police instructions, obstructing officers in the execution of their duties.

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