19-Year-Old Arrested for Alleged Firearm Possession in Cofimvaba.

COFIMVABA – A 19-year-old man is expected to appear before the Cofimvaba Magistrate’s Court on Monday, 19 October 2026, following his arrest for alleged possession of an unlicensed firearm and ammunition.

According to Eastern Cape police, the suspect was arrested on Saturday, 17 October, at Engojini Administration Area in the Ndlunkulu locality.

Police said the suspect was allegedly driving a Toyota Corolla Quest at high speed when he lost control and struck the side of the road.

Officers approached the vehicle and, after obtaining permission to search it, allegedly discovered a Glock 21 pistol, two magazines and 24 live rounds of ammunition inside a brown sling bag.

Police also established that the suspect was allegedly driving without a valid driver’s licence.

District Commissioner Major General Rudolph Adolph condemned the alleged reckless behaviour and expressed concern about young people becoming involved in serious criminal activities.