Probe into training facility

Firearms and ammunition recovered.

- Gareth Cotterell

Police are investigating after law enforcement raided an alleged firearm training facility on a farm in Modimolle, Several firearms and ammunition were seized during the operation on Thursday.

The Hawks conducted the raid, with the public order policing, the local criminal record centre and a tactical response team, after receiving a tip-off about suspicious activities at the farm.

"The purpose of the training is not yet clear, but military-related training cannot be ruled out," said Hawks spokesperson Lethunya Mmuroa.

Mmuroa said licensed rifles, pistols and ammunition were seized.

It is believed these were used for training purposes.

"The manner in which the firearms and ammunition landed at the farm is still under investigation. No-one was arrested," said Mmuroa.