Police arrested 8 suspects in connection with
dealing in drugs in Upington during the operation Didlimbeta yesterday, the 13th
June 2024. Police spokesperson colonel Cherelle Ehlers says 6 men between the
ages of 20 and 38 years old and 2 women aged 34 and 44 years old were arrested
in possession of drugs with an estimated street value of R123 568-00-00 was
recovered and confiscated. Ehlers says this included Mandrax, Tik and CAT with
an estimated value of R5 130 and hydroponic dagga with an estimated value of
R118 438-00. She says the suspects are expected to appear at Upington
magistrate’s court soon on charges of dealing in drugs.
Journalist: Tsosangkgotla Mararang
Email: tsosan@radioriverside.co.za