Picture: Drugs confiscated by the police/Supplied
By KEDIBONE MOLAETSI
22 June 2026 – The police in the Northern Cape continue to intensify operations aimed at combating the illegal trade in drugs and other criminal activities across the province. The police said members attached to the ZFM Highway Patrol A Shift and A Shift Border Police conducted a Vehicle Check Point (VCP) operation on 21 June 2026, at approximately 8:15pm on the N10 national road between Upington and Groblershoop during which a white Toyota Tazz was stopped for inspection.
The Northern Cape police spokesperson, Brigadier Mashay Gamieldien said during the search of the vehicle, the police discovered dagga concealed inside the vehicle. Gamieldien said the dagga was weighed and found to have an approximate weight of 2.3 kilograms, with an estimated street value of approximately R55 725.
“Two occupants aged 32 and 39 who are foreign nationals, were arrested and detained. They are facing charges of dealing in dagga. A cash amount of R7 450 suspected to be linked to the illegal drug trade, was also confiscated by police.
“The suspects will appear in the Upington court in due course,” she said.
Meanwhile, the ZFM District Police Commissioner, Major General Monica Sebili, commended the police involved for their vigilance and commitment in disrupting the illegal movement and distribution of drugs. Sebili said drug-related crimes remain a priority for the police and these successful interventions demonstrate the importance of intelligence-driven operations, visibility and proactive policing in ensuring safer communities.
“SAPS Northern Cape urges members of the public to continue reporting suspected criminal activities to the police. Information can be shared through the SAPS Crime Stop number 08600 10111 or via the MySAPS App,” she said.
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