The Provincial Anti-Gang Unit in Bloemfontein has dealt a significant blow to the local drug trade following a series of high-impact operations over the past 48 hours. Four suspects were apprehended, and drugs with a total street value exceeding R715,000 were seized from the streets of Heidedal.
On Saturday, 14 February, the weekend crackdown continued with the execution of formal search warrants at targeted residences.
At 11:00, the Police converged on a residence suspected of being a drug outlet. Upon presenting the warrant to a 40-year-old male, a thorough search was conducted. Officers discovered wrapped plastics containing “Rock” (Cocaine) with an estimated street value of R75,000, along with an undisclosed amount of cash.
Later that same day at 12:30, the unit proceeded to a second location where a 27-year-old male was presented with another search warrant. This operation led to the discovery of large quantities of Dagga professionally wrapped in plastic, valued at approximately R60,000, and additional cash.
On Sunday, 15 February, at about 07:00, the unit conducted a specialized early-morning operation. Acting on a tip-off regarding two suspects. Upon spotting the police, a 38-year-old suspect attempted to flee but was swiftly intercepted. A search of the school bag he was carrying revealed a cache of drugs.
The investigation led the Police to a second address linked to the first suspect, where they encountered a 36-year-old male. A comprehensive search of the premises uncovered a massive stockpile of various drugs such as Khat, Crystal meth, and Mandrax, with a combined street value of R580,000, as well as a significant, undisclosed sum of cash.
All four suspects are currently detained at Heidedal SAPS. They face charges ranging from possession to dealing in illicit drugs and are expected to appear in the Bloemfontein Magistrate’s Court in due course.
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