Suspect nabbed for dealing and possession of suspected cat drugs valued at R400 000 in Welkom CBD

Media Statement
South African Police Service
Office of the Provincial Commissioner Free State
 

WELKOM – Members of the Welkom Public Order Policing Unit initiated an operation in Welkom CBD when information was operationalised about a suspect selling drugs at a fast food outlet.

On 12 September 2024 at about 06:00, police searched the premises and found about 16 bags containing CAT drugs that was found hidden in the ceiling. The value of the drugs is estimated at a street value of R400 000. A 39-year-old foreign national was arrested for dealing and possession of drugs. 

A 47-year-old foreign national woman was also arrested for contravention of the Immigration Act in the same fast food business premises. The two suspects will appear in Welkom Magistrate’s Court on 16 September 2024.

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