Two suspected drug dealers bust at Northern Cape roadblock

IN A RECENT operation conducted between Askham and Rietfontein, the Northern Cape police apprehended two suspects found in possession of dagga.

The suspects, aged 28 and 33, were travelling in a bakkie when they encountered a routine roadblock set up by the police.

According to Sergeant Omphile Masegela, a spokesperson for the Northern Cape police, officers conducted a thorough search of the vehicle and its occupants. During the search, they discovered dagga with an estimated street value of R3,874 concealed in the suspects’ luggage.

The pair have been charged with dealing in dagga and are scheduled to appear in court soon.

This incident highlights the ongoing efforts by the SAPS to combat drug-related offences in the Northern Cape, said Masegela.