Members of the South African Police Service (SAPS) attached to Kaapmuiden SAPS arrested a 36-year-old man for alleged dealing in dagga during a stop-and-search operation conducted on the R38 road on Thursday, 18 June 2026.
At approximately 09:20, police officers were conducting routine crime prevention duties when they stopped and searched a white Nissan GD-6 single-cab bakkie. During the search, members discovered thirteen bags containing dagga concealed inside the vehicle.
The dagga weighed approximately 170.6 kilograms and has an estimated street value of more than R1 million.
The suspect was immediately arrested and charged with dealing in dagga. All exhibits were confiscated and booked in accordance with SAPS procedures.
The accused is expected to appear before the Barberton Magistrate’s Court on Friday, 19 June 2026, where he will face a charge of dealing in dagga.
The Acting Provincial Commissioner of SAPS in Mpumalanga, Major General (Dr) Zeph Mkhwanazi, commended the members for their vigilance, commitment, and dedication in the fight against drug-related crimes.
“Operations aimed at disrupting the drug trade will continue across the province as we work tirelessly to protect communities from the harmful effects of illicit substances,” said the General.
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