
Picture: Dagga confiscated in Upington/Supplied
By OBAKENG MAJE
Two suspects aged 44 and 47 were arrested near Klippunt for dealing in dagga on 21 October 2023. The duo was allegedly transporting dagga to Kakamas when the Upington Highway Patrol police, who received a tip-off intercepted them.
The ZF Mgcawu District police spokesperson, Sergeant Omphile Masegela said the police stopped and searched the vehicle fitting the description provided. Masegela said during the search, they allegedly found dagga packaged in ziplock bags to the estimated value of R116 450.
“The dagga and the vehicle that was used in the commission of crime were impounded and the suspects are expected to appear in court soon,” he said.