Stuart Sharnick remains in custody until his bail hearing.

Controversial businessman Stuart James Sharnick appeared in the Randburg Magistrate’s Court on firearms-related charges on Monday.

Sharnick, 40, was arrested in Pretoria last week.

The Gauteng spokesperson for the National Prosecuting Authority (NPA), Magaboke Mohlatlole, confirmed Sharnick’s brief appearance.

Scharnick faces charges arising from an investigation conducted by the South African Police Service (SAPS) relating to compliance with firearm storage and registration requirements.