Stolen vehicle recovered along Morris Gumede Drive, Umlazi (U-Section).

25 October 2025 | From Arrive Alive


In the early hours of Friday, 24 October 2025, the Durban Metro Police Service Tracing Unit, together with SAPS Isipingo Trio Crimes Unit and Provincial Crime Intelligence, conducted a successful joint operation targeting individuals linked to serious and violent crimes across the EThekwini Municipality.

During the operation, officers intercepted a white Nissan NP200 along Morris Gumede Drive, Umlazi (U-Section). Upon searching the vehicle, police recovered a 9mm Glock pistol, a magazine with seven live rounds of ammunition, and a grey smartphone.

Further investigations revealed that:

  • The recovered firearm was linked to an armed robbery and carjacking case in Cato Manor (CAS 37/09/2025).
  • The vehicle was confirmed to be hijacked and belongs to the eThekwini Municipality’s Electricity Department.

All exhibits were booked at SAPS Umlazi for further processing. The arrested suspect was detained, and investigations are continuing to trace the remaining suspects.

Well done to all units involved for their professionalism and swift response in removing illegal firearms from our streets.

Share This Page

Tell a friend icon Tell a Friend | Fax machine icon Print this Page

News Articles

01 Nov 2026 | From Arrive Alive
Emergency services responded to the scene of a collision on the R44 Wellington. 2 vehicles were involved. 2 pts with serious to Critical injuries, and sadly 1 fatality. Mike Charlie 1
01 Nov 2026 | From Arrive Alive
Tshwane Metro Police Department (TMPD) Communication Unit members are currently monitoring and patrolling Steve Biko Street in Gezina for possible drag racing. The area was notorious for incidents of drag racing and loss of life. TMPD has taken a firm stance by monitoring and patrolling the area regularly,
01 Nov 2026 | From Arrive Alive
Two suspects aged 30 and 43, were arrested during a stop-and-search operation conducted by members of the Waterberg Flying Squad, while transporting explosives valued at approximately R975 000. The operation took place during the early hours of Friday, 30 October 2026, at 04:45, at Kranskop Plaza
01 Nov 2026 | From Arrive Alive
PVES members were alerted to a serious single-vehicle accident and responded to the scene. Upon arrival, Netcare RV and EST were already on scene. One patient had self-extricated, while another remained entrapped in the vehicle and was in a serious condition. Additional emergency services and fire
01 Nov 2026 | From Arrive Alive
A 29-year-old man sustained minor injuries after his vehicle struck a boulder and overturned in Phoenix – KZN today (Saturday, 31/10/2026). Members of Reaction Unit South Africa (RUSA) attended the scene and established that the driver was the only occupant of the vehicle. According to the
01 Nov 2026 | From Arrive Alive
KZN VIP Emergency Medical teams, Metro Police and other emergency services responded to a collision at the intersection of Old North Coast Road and North Coast Road on Saturday afternoon. According to reports from the scene, a white Opel Corsa bakkie carrying a group of men collided with a minibus
01 Nov 2026 | From Arrive Alive
EThekwini Municipality has placed its disaster management and emergency services teams on high alert after the South African Weather Service issued a Yellow Level 4 Warning for Severe Thunderstorms. The warning is valid from 12h00 until 23h59 on Sunday, 1 November 2026, with heavy downpours, hail
31 Oct 2026 | From Arrive Alive
A driver reportedly fled the scene after a Nissan X-Trail crashed into the boundary wall of a residential property near Clamcastle and Ringcastle in Newlands West on Saturday morning. KZN VIP Security and Emergency Medical teams responded alongside other emergency personnel. According to information
31 Oct 2026 | From Arrive Alive
Six people sustained injuries after a taxi was involved in a crash on the N3 near Mooi Plaza yesterday morning. At approximately 7am on Friday, Mi7 Emergency Medical Services received reports of the accident and immediately dispatched an ambulance based in Howick. Paramedics found six occupants of

News Archive