Shot robbery victim charged over pistol, ammo

Paul Chow

A Kitty man was yesterday remanded to prison on charges for the unlicensed possession of a pistol and ammunition, which police say he tried to use during a robbery in which he was shot.

It is alleged that Paul Chow had a .32 pistol without being the holder of a firearm licence on November 9th at Avocado Square, East Ruimveldt. It is also alleged that on the same date at Avocado Square, East Ruimveldt, he had in his possession 13 .32 rounds.

Chow pleaded not guilty to the charges after they were read to him in a city court.