By KEDIBONE MOLAETSI
24 January 2025- A man (27) was arrested by the police in Noupoort for possession of an illegal firearm and dealing in drugs. On 23 January 2024, Warrant Officer Rodney Wales stopped at a local garage to refuel a state vehicle when he noticed suspicious behaviour from a man, who was allegedly carrying a sling bag.
The Northern Cape police spokesperson, Sergeant Merapelo Pilane said Wales swiftly followed the suspect into the local gaming shop and noticed that he was hiding something. Pilane said Wales asked to search the bag and allegedly found suspected drugs and money.
“Upon further investigation, a suspected illegal firearm was also discovered hidden inside the game shop, with the serial number filed off. Additional members were called to assist, and more drugs, including dagga and mandrax, were found hidden inside the shop.
“The suspect has been arrested and charged for dealing in drugs and possession of an illegal firearm. The police encourage members of the public to report any criminal activities through the Mysaps App or the 0860010111 crime stop number,” he said.
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