By Obakeng Maje
Upington Crime Prevention unit followed up on information and raided several houses in the Upington precinct.

Carlton Street police confiscated drugs with an estimated street value of R428 000 at. The premises.

“The drugs were found hidden in blankets, curtains, in the corridors and some in the gutters. The house is occupied by many tenants therefore no one could be linked to the drugs” lieutenant Sergio Kock said.

The police also found 3 cellphones, 2 Ipads, 1 GPS and one braai set.

Daniel Okiwelu(30) and Promise Owula(24) were arrested  and charged with theft. Another 55 yeari old man was also arrested after 11 x9mm rounds , 6 x 3.57 rounds and 3 x 7.65 rounds  were found in his room.

“Joanto Santos was charged with possession of illegal ammunition and suspects appeared in the Upington Magistrates’ Court on Monday.

Joanto Santos received R500 bail while Daniel Okiwelu and Promise Owula were both remanded in custody.

Their cases have been remanded for the 23 and 25 September 2014, respectively.

The Upington Cluster Commander Brigadier Paul Cengani applauds the members from Upington Crime Prevention unit for a job well done and lauds the community for assistance in this regard.
-TDN
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