By OBAKENG MAJE
6 October 2026 – The South African Police Service (SAPS) is conducting an operation at a plot in the Hartbeespoort Dam area after uncovering what is believed to be a multimillion-rand Mandrax manufacturing laboratory. The North West Police Commissioner, Lieutenant General Arthur Adams is currently at the scene overseeing the operation.
The national police spokesperson, Brigadier Athlenda Mathe said SAPS members discovered what is believed to be a facility used for the illicit manufacture of Mandrax. Mathe said quantity of drugs seized and the estimated street value are still being determined as the operation continues.
“Further details are expected to be released once the operation has been concluded,” she said.
