SAPS sergeant arrested after firearms and grenade found in Pretoria raid

A South African Police Service (SAPS) sergeant was arrested after a police raid at his Pretoria North home uncovered firearms, ammunition, and official police documents.

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What happened

Sergeant Fannie Hezekiel Nkosi, attached to a Gauteng organised crime unit, was arrested on Thursday following a search by the Special Investigations Task Team.

According to reports, police found:

• Official police case dockets from multiple stations
• Around 490 rounds of unlicensed ammunition
• A state-owned hand grenade
• Several firearms, including pistols, a rifle, and a shotgun

Some of the firearms were reportedly not stored in a safe.

Nkosi is already on suspension and has been testifying at the Madlanga Commission of Inquiry.

Why it matters

The discovery raises serious concerns about internal controls within SAPS and the handling of weapons and sensitive case files.

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It also comes amid ongoing investigations into alleged links between police officers and organised crime networks.

According to Pondoland Times analysis, cases involving police officials and illegal firearms often point to broader risks of corruption and evidence tampering.

What you need to know

• Nkosi is expected to appear in court on charges related to firearms and explosives
• This is the second reported search at his property in recent months
• Anti-corruption groups have criticised SAPS for initially not confirming the officer’s identity
• SAPS has not yet issued a detailed public statement on the latest developments

What you should do next

• Follow official SAPS updates for confirmed charges and court outcomes
• Be cautious of unverified social media claims about the case
• Report any suspected police corruption through official channels

Where to get help

• SAPS Anti-Corruption Unit
• Independent Police Investigative Directorate (IPID)
• Crime Stop: 08600 10111

What is not confirmed:
Authorities have not yet publicly detailed the full scope of charges or confirmed any links to organised crime networks.