By OBAKENG MAJE
Three men were arrested for dealing in drugs during intelligence-driven operations on separate occasions. The Northern Cape police spokesperson, Sergeant Molefi Shemane said the operations were led by the Operation Vala Umgodi members, who continue to disrupt the distribution of drugs in the Frances Baard District.
Molefi further said the police responded to a tip-off received about drugs being sold in Galeshewe Township, near Kimberley. He added that, during the search and seizure actions on 16 April 2024, two identified locations were raided.
“At the first suspected drug outlet, crystal meth (Tik) and mandrax tablets were found concealed in the heels of women’s shoes. A man (35) was arrested for possession of drugs. The police proceeded to the second identified location and found two men in the house with mandrax tablets in their possession.
“Both suspects are 28 and 37 years old respectively. They were arrested for possession of drugs. Drugs estimated to the street value of R10,000, were confiscated as well as cell phones and money believed to be the proceeds of crime,” said Shemane.
Meanwhile, the Northern Cape Police Commissioner, Lieutenant General Koliswa Otola, said they acknowledge the cooperation between the police and the communities, who are actively involved in the fight against crime. Otola applauded the police for their ongoing efforts towards addressing illicit mining and related crimes.
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