By REGINALD KANYANE
26 August 2024- The police in Upington discovered mandrax tablets with an estimated street value of R20 600, cocaine valued at R223 720 and methamphetamine valued at approximately R132 000, stashed in a concealed compartment in the residence.
This comes after the relentless determination by members of Upington Border Police, who received a tip-off about possible hidden drugs at a premises they previously searched on 24 August 2024, during an operation.
The ZF Mgcawu District police spokesperson, Sergeant Omphile Masegela said on 25 August 2024, the police re-visited the scene after obtaining authorisation and searched the premises. Masegela said the suspect was already in custody on the previous charge and an inquiry is registered for further investigation.
“The police will remain focused and persistent in
removing drugs from the streets and will not leave any stone unturned,” she said.
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