By REGINALD KANYANE
In an effort to crackdown on illicit economic activities, a crime intelligence-driven operation by K9 police in Lichtenburg and police in Delareyville, apprehended a Pakistani foreign national (43) for being in possession of illicit cigarettes on 23 May 2024.
The North West police spokesperson, Col Adele Myburgh said a search and seizure warrant was obtained after intelligence was received regarding suspected illicit activity at the suspect’s place in Delareyville. Myburgh said during the search, the police discovered illicit cigarettes with an estimated street value of R4.5 million in a store room.
“The suspect was immediately arrested and is expected to appear before the Delareyville Magistrate’s Court on 27 May 2024,” she said.
Meanwhile, the North West Police Commissioner, Lieutenant General Sello Kwena, expressed his gratitude to all members involved in the operation for their hard work and cooperation that led to the arrest.
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