By Obakeng Maje

Groblershoop-Northern Cape police arrested four suspects with 13 bags of dagga last week Tuesday in Groblershoop.

Violet Lepebele,39, Derrick Qwesha,49, Malame Pamadi,36 and a 17 year-old Lesotho National boy appeared briefly before Groblershoop Magistrate Court for dealing with dagga.

“Police allegedly received a tip-off from a community member about a newspaper delivery truck that has dagga worth over R1m on it” lieutenant Donald Mdhluli said.

Northern Cape police acted swiftly and found the truck on N8 road.

“The truck was allegedly searched and 13 bags of dagga were recovered whilst four people being arrested. They briefly appeared at Groblershoop Magistrate Court” he said.

They will be back in court again on 20th of January 2014 after being granted bail.

A 17 year-old boy who is suspected to be Lesotho National was remanded in custody under parental guidance.

Police investigations continue.-TDN

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