A 26-year-old police constable was arrested early Wednesday morning after a firearm and ammunition were found in his vehicle during a routine anti-crime patrol in the Riverview, Ruimveldt area.

According to police reports, at approximately 01:30 hrs, ranks on mobile patrol duty were alerted by residents to a suspicious white Toyota Premio motor car—bearing a trade plate—parked along a street in Riverview. The residents claimed a man inside the vehicle was in possession of a firearm.

Upon responding to the scene, officers observed the vehicle and identified the driver as Police Constable Areyon Grannum, who is stationed at the Tactical Services Unit (TSU).
When questioned, Grannum informed officers that he was currently on sick leave and was “liming” in the area. He also stated that the car was recently purchased by him from an auto dealer.
A search was conducted on his person, but nothing illegal was found. However, during a subsequent search of the vehicle, a .32 Taurus pistol along with a magazine containing 11 live matching rounds was discovered concealed inside the driver’s side door panel.

When asked to produce a firearm licence, Grannum admitted he did not possess one. He was cautioned, arrested on the spot, and taken to the Ruimveldt Police Station along with the vehicle.
Grannum reportedly told investigators that the firearm belonged to him and was intended for personal protection. The pistol, magazine, and ammunition were marked, sealed, and lodged as evidence. The vehicle was also impounded.

Investigations into the incident are currently ongoing.