Tebogo Msimanga |
Two suspects aged 32 and 46 are expected to appear before Kathu Magistrates’ court on Monday, 24 July 2023 for possession of unlicensed firearm and alleged dealing in drugs.
They were arrested on satruday, 22 July 2023 by a multi-disciplinary operation consisting of Kuruman based Serious Organised Crime Investigation team, Kimberley K9, Upington K9, Kuruman K9 and Highway Patrol Unit.
Warrant Officer Nomthandazo Mnisi of the Haeks in Northern Cape said information was received regarding suspects selling and storing drugs at Riemvasmaak in Deben, Kathu.
“A search warrant was issued by the court and the team executed a search and seizure at the mentioned address”.
Minisi said during the search, 38 special revolver firearm with ammunition and a transparent plastic bag containing 54 mandrax tablets with an estimated street value of R8150.00 were confiscated.
