By BAKANG MOKOTO
26 August 2024- Nine suspects were arrested for dealing in drugs, possession of suspected stolen goods and undocumented foreign nationals. This comes after the police searched five houses in Paballelo Township, near Upington.
The police confiscated 90 suspected Mandrax tablets with an estimated value of R9000 and an undisclosed amount of cash believed to be the proceeds of drugs. The suspected stolen goods were also booked in for further investigation.
The ZF Mgcawu District police spokesperson, Sergeant Omphile Masegela said the robust actions by the Northern Cape Provincial Task Team under the command of Lt Col Colin Qunta together with the local police in Upington and surrounding areas resulted in significant successes during Operation Shanela on 24 August 2024.
“The team deployed in the ZFM District, also traced and arrested two suspects wanted for assault GBH case. The police continued to conduct search and seizure operations in the Paballelo area.
“Furthermore, the team attended to a domestic violence complaint, where a former police official was found in possession of unlicensed ammunition to the street value of R11 230. He is facing a charge of domestic violence and possession of unlicensed live ammunition,” she said.
Masegela further said the police arrested a total of 13 suspects during the operation. She added that the police in the Northern Cape will continue undoubtedly to minimize the space for criminals to operate.
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