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Media Statement POTCHEFSTROOM – In an effort to curb trafficking of drugs and proliferation of illegal firearms, a search warrant was obtained and operationalised on Thursday, 14 November 2024, by the Drug Task Team, BIU Security Company and Provincial Organised Crime Unit. The team proceeded to an identified address at a small holding in Vyfhoek, Potchefstroom. During the search, the team found two rifles (one self-made), ammunition, and three self-made explosive devices (two hand grenades and one small pipe bomb). Furthermore, police discovered a hydroponic dagga lab with dagga and dagga plants with an estimated street value of R10 million. Michael Cilliers (29) was arrested and appeared before the Potchefstroom Magistrates’ Court on Tuesday, 19 November 2024, for unlawful possession of a firearm and explosives as well as cultivating and dealing in dagga. He was remanded in custody until his next court appearance on Wednesday, 4 December 2024. The Provincial Police Commissioner, Lieutenant General Sello Kwena, congratulated the team for this success, which he said will send out a strong message that crime does not pay. He said police will continue to work hard to ensure successful prosecution. Crime can be reported on the SAPS Crime Stop number 08600 10111 or the MySAPS application anonymously. Extortion-related incidents can be reported on the Extortion hotline on 080 091 1011. Ends
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