By OBAKENG MAJE

A tavern owner (39) has been arrested for operating illegal liquor outlet on 1 February 2024. The police conducted an entrapment operation and during the search at the premises, the police found music equipment, pool games and liquor to the estimated value of R6150.

The ZF Mgcawu District police spokesperson, Sergeant Omphile Masegela said the Upington police received a tip-off about an alleged illegal liquor outlet operating in the Lambrechsdrift area.

“The police confiscated all the liquor and the owner was arrested. He was charged for Contravention of the Northern Cape Liquor Act. The suspect is expected to appear in court on 9 February 2024.

“The police sent a stern warning against illegal trading in liquor, including concoctions from different premises including tuck shops,” he said.

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