Picture: Some of drugs confiscated by the police/Supplied
By KEDIBONE MOLAETSI
29 June 2026 – The unwavering commitment of the Namakwa District Task Team together with Springbok K9 Unit to rid communities of drugs led to the arrest of two suspects aged 25 and 28 during a targeted operation in Sundown, Okiep on 27 June 2026 at 8am. Acting on a tip-off, the police obtained a search warrant and proceeded to the identified residence.
The Namakwa District police spokesperson, Captain Ivan Magerman said upon arrival, the police found two men and a woman inside the premises. Magerman said a thorough search was conducted, resulting in the discovery of suspected tik and quarters of mandrax tablets with an estimated street value of R1 736.65.
“The suspects were arrested for dealing in drugs and will appear in the Springbok Magistrate’s Court soon,” he said.
Meanwhile, the Namakwa District Police Commissioner, Brigadier Schalk Andrews, issued a stern warning that drug‑related activities will not be tolerated in the district and urged communities to provide information on drug activities to assist police in creating safer neighbourhoods.
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