By REGINALD KANYANE
5 September 2025- On Thursday at approximately 2am, an intelligence-driven operation was conducted in Madeliefielaan, Pofadder, by the Namakwa Task Team in collaboration with the Crime Intelligence. The operation followed information received regarding alleged drug dealing activities at a residence in the area.
The Namakwa District police spokesperson, Captain Ivan Magerman said upon arrival, police members found a woman (47) and two men aged between 29 and 35, inside the premises. Magerman said a search of the house led to the discovery of mandrax tablets hidden underground with an estimated street value of R450.
“While continuing the search, further information was received indicating that additional drugs were stored in a zinc structure at the back of the premises.
“The police proceeded to the structure, where they uncovered dagga and mandrax with a combined street value of approximately R40 000. All three suspects were arrested and charged with dealing in drugs,” he said.
Meanwhile, the Namakwa District Police Commissioner, Brigadier Schalk Andrews, commended the swift action and dedication of the members involved in the operation.
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