By OBAKENG MAJE
Two alleged drug dealers, Emengini Ifeanyi Kingsley (26) and Mark Aniachuna (28), who briefly appeared at Bafokeng Magistrate’s Court, were remanded in custody until 25 March 2024 for status verification and bail application. Kingsley and Aniachuna, were arrested for being in possession of drugs and possession of suspected stolen goods.
The North West police spokesperson, Brigadier Sabata Mokgwabone said, the accused were arrested on 14 March 2024, by Tlhabane Visible Policing members during a crime intelligence-driven operation. Mokgwabone said the police received a tip-off of suspects driving in a white Volkswagen Polo and distributing drugs to their clients in Tlhabane and Rustenburg North.
“Following an observation kept in the area, the accused’s vehicle was spotted exiting the premises. The police followed the vehicle and stopped it in Lebone Street, Tlhabane.
“The occupants, two Nigerian foreign nationals, failed to confirm the status of their legality in the country. Both suspects were ultimately searched and found in possession of two half-moons and 16 small pieces of rock drugs, one router as well as eight cell phones,” he said.
Mokgwabone said investigations into the matter continue and the suspects are likely to face charges relating to contravention of the Immigration Act, 2002.
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