Gqeberha drug bust: Police seize narcotics worth over R9m, suspect arrested
A search of the vehicle uncovered suspected mandrax, cocaine and tik, along with drug-packaging materials and cash believed to be proceeds of crime, according to police.
The police, through their National Organised Crime Intervention unit combating violent organised crime, carried out a major drug bust in Gqeberha, Eastern Cape on Saturday. The operation led to the arrest of a 38-year-old man and the seizure of drugs with a street value of over R9 million. Colonel Amanda Van Wyk, the police spokesperson, revealed that upon arrival at the house in Rowallan Park, officers found the suspect inside a vehicle parked in the garage.
A search of the vehicle uncovered various types of suspected drugs, including mandrax, cocaine, and tik, resulting in the suspect's arrest. Additionally, drug-packaging materials and cash, believed to be proceeds of crime, were discovered. Forensic analysis will determine the exact composition of the suspected substances. The suspect is set to appear in the Gqeberha Magistrates' Court on Monday to face drug-related charges, while investigations continue.
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