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Man arrested for possession of drugs in Germiston

Over R70k worth of illegal substances confiscated, one suspect behind bars.

The EMPD Drug Enforcement Unit (DEU) officers arrested a man for possession of and alleged dealing in illegal substances.

They seized goods worth over R70 000.

The suspect was arrested in Germiston on August 18 at about 07:00.

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“Following up on information provided by a source about an individual selling drugs, DEU officers proceeded to President Street in Germiston, where a 45-year-old man was found in possession of crystal meth, cat, two scales and glass pipes,” said EMPD spokesperson Lieutenant Colonel Kelebogile Thepa.

A 45-year-old male was found in possession drugs worth R70 000 and was arrested in Germiston.

“The man was arrested and taken to Germiston Police Station, facing charges of possession and possible dealing in illegal substances.

“The suspect is expected to appear in the Germiston Magistrate’s Court soon,” said Thepa.

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