Picture: Some of the drugs confiscated during a raid/Supplied
By OBAKENG MAJE
Two suspects aged 32 and 46 have been arrested for allegedly being in possession of an unlicensed firearm and dealing in drugs. The Hawks in Northern Cape spokesperson, Warrant Officer Nomthandazo Mnisi said they received a tip-off regarding suspects selling/storing drugs at Riemvasmaak in Deben, Kathu.
“A search warrant was issued by the court and a multi-disciplinary operation consisting of Kuruman-based Serious Organised Crime Investigation team, Kimberley K9, Upington K9, Kuruman K9, and Highway Patrol Unit executed a search at the mentioned address.
“During the search, 38 special revolver firearm with ammunition and a transparent plastic bag containing 54 mandrax tablets with an estimated street value of R8150 were confiscated. Both suspects are expected to appear before Kathu Magistrate’s Court on Monday,” Mnisi said.
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