KWAZULU-Natal police arrested a 33 year old man, for dealing and being in possession of an assortment of drugs to the street value of R50 000 in Westville on Monday 27 January.
According to police spokesman, Colonel Jay Naicker, the Durban Flying Squad Narcotics Team were investigating the drug trade in Meerut Road in Westville, when they swooped down on an identified premises in the area.
“The 33 year old man was found in possession of 37 grams of magic mushrooms, 510 grams of hydroponic dagga and 56 ecstasy tablets. He was arrested and charged for dealing and for being in possession of drugs,” said Col Naicker.
The drugs that were seized will be sent to the forensic science laboratory for analysis. The man will appear in the Pinetown Magistrates Court today, Wednesday 29 January.
The provincial commissioner, Lieutenant General Mmamonnye Ngobeni was ecstatic with the arrest.
“We take great pride in our performance with regards to the arrest and seizure of drugs in the province. We also extend our heartfelt appreciation to the community for their active participation in the fight against drug dealers living within their neighbourhood. It is through such initiatives that we can deal decisively with the drug scourge that is destroying our youth,” she added.
