Police in Calvinia capture R50 000 worth of Tik after community tip

THE South African Police Service (SAPS) in Calvinia arrested a 41‑year‑old man after seizing methamphetamine (Tik) with an estimated street value of R50 000.

The arrest took place in the early hours of January 11 at a residence in Calvinia.

Acting on intelligence received from the community about drugs allegedly being transported from Vredendal, police conducted a targeted operation.

A blue motor vehicle suspected of conveying the illicit substances, was identified and stopped. A thorough search of the vehicle uncovered Tik concealed inside. The suspect was subsequently arrested and the drugs were seized as evidence.

SAPS remains resolute in its commitment to combating drug‑related crime in the Northern Cape and continues to act decisively on information received from the public.