Picture: Two suspects nabbed for possession of drugs/Supplied
By KEDIBONE MOLAETSI
2 March 2026- The relentless determination by members of Frances Baard District Illicit Mining Task Team uncovered drugs after a tip-off regarding possible drugs hidden at a premises in Warrenton on 28 February 2026. The multi-disciplinary task team searched the identified house allegedly involved in drugs related activities.
The Northern Cape police spokesperson, Warrant Officer Molefi Shemane said a search led to the apprehension of two suspects between the ages of 30 and 38, and the confiscation of mandrax tablets and tik with an estimated value of R 5600. Shemane said the pair was subsequently arrested for possession of drugs.
“In an unrelated incident in Kimberley, as the police were patrolling in Old De Beers Road and conducting stop and search operations, they noticed a man crossing the road carrying items in his pockets and acting suspicious. The police approached, stopped the suspect and asked to conduct a search on him.
“During the search, police found different types of cellphones wrapped with black plastic, as well as cash in his possession. The police discovered additional cellphones after further investigation at his residence,” he said.
Shemane further said the suspect could not account for the cellphones found in his possession. He added that the suspect (42) was arrested for possession of suspected stolen property and detained.
“The suspects are expected to appear in different courts soon. The prevention of illicit mining and related crimes will continue unabated in the district,” said Shemane.
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