Online Reporter
Freeman Razemba
Senior Reporter
POLICE have warned members of the public against illegally buying firearms saying most of them were being used to commit serious crimes such as robberies.
The police said the law will take its course on anyone found in possession of such firearms.
In a statement, national police spokesperson Commissioner Paul Nyathi said, “The Zimbabwe Republic Police has noted with great concern the proliferation of firearms countrywide, most of which are acquired illegally and exacerbating the commission of heinous crimes.
“The Zimbabwe Republic Police advises the public that the regulation and issuance of firearm certificates is the sole responsibility of the Controller of Firearms.
“It has also been noted with great concern that some firearms holders are no longer renewing their firearms (licences) and certificates as well as notifying the authorities about changes in their business and residential addresses. Any deviation from the regulations regarding firearms possession and certification is a chargeable offence under the Firearms Act Chapter 10.09.”
