By AGISANANG SCUFF
27 June 2025- Two men sentenced to a combined 26 years imprisonment by the Postmasburg Regional Court for dealing in drugs. The duo, Mthobisi Dlamini (38), and Xolani Njoko (35), were arrested during an operation by Upington Public Order Police on 3 August 2024.
The ZF Mgcawu District spokesperson, Sergeant Omphile Masegela said Dlamini and Njoko, appeared suspicious, while being spotted during patrols. Masegela said they were approached by SAPS members and apprehended subsequent attempting to discard the mandrax tablets and flee from the police.
“An undisclosed amount of cash was also found in their possession. They were both charged for dealing in drugs and during trial, the District Court Prosecutor, Tshifhiwa Muruba, argued that the offence is prevalent in the area and that drugs are destroying the community.
“Dlamini was sentenced to 14 years imprisonment, while Njoko was sentenced to 10 years imprisonment. The investigating officer, Constable Zanele Matsietsa, was applauded for the meticulous investigation and the members of Upington POP for effecting the arrest,” she said.
Masegela further said the police remain steadfast and relentless in their efforts to rid the community of drugs. She said the management in ZF Mgcawu District welcomed the conviction.
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