By Obakeng Maje
Kimberley-Northern Cape police are investigating a case of dealing in drugs after a male Nigerian National was arrested on Friday at approximately 12:00pm. The SAPS Crime Intelligence unit, the Galeshewe Drug Task team and the Tactical Response Team followed up on information of drug sales in Kimberley North.

“The team allegedly raided the premises and found 200g of cocaine and khat hidden in the cupboard in one of the bedrooms. The police also confiscated approximately R2500, 00 cash stashed inside the bedroom where the 28 year-old suspect reside” lieutenant Sergio Kock said.

The approximate street value for the drugs is R250 000,00. “The Kimberley Cluster Commander, Major General Jean Abrahams lauded the police members for the excellent arrest and thanked the community for the information they relayed to the Police. The success truly portrays partnership policing at its best. The raids and operations will continue in the aim of ensuring that drug dealers are behind bars where they belong, this festive season and beyond” Kock said.

The suspect will appear before the Kimberley Magistrates’ Court soon.
The investigation continues.-TDN
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