HOOPSTAD - Intelligence driven operation led to a man being arrested for possession of suspected stolen property and possession of drugs at Tikwana in Hoopstad on Wednesday, 17 August 2022.

Welkom K9 Unit received intelligence driven information about drug dealing activity at residential premises. Members proceeded to the house and discovered drugs such as Chrystal Meth and Mandrax worth an estimated R5000 in street value. Upon a further search, members also found a Ryobi grinder suspected of being stolen.

The suspect was arrested for dealing in drugs and possession of suspected stolen goods. He will appear before the Hoopstad Magistrate’s Court on Friday, 19 August 2022.

Source: South African Police Service