POLOKWANE – An intelligence-driven operation conducted by Makhado and Waterval Detectives has led to the arrest of a 39-year-old Nigerian national for possession and dealing in drugs in Elim, under the Waterval policing area, Vhembe District.
The operation followed information received by police on Monday, 22 September 2025, regarding illicit drug activities in the area. Detectives promptly acted on the tip-off and successfully arrested the suspect.
During the arrest, the suspect was found in possession of substances believed to be nyaope, crystal meth, and CAT drugs. Additionally, two machine scales used in drug distribution were confiscated. The estimated street value of the seized items is R45 000.00.
The suspect is expected to appear before the Waterval Magistrate’s Court on Thursday, 25 September 2025, facing charges of possession and dealing in drugs.
The Acting Provincial Commissioner of Police in Limpopo, Major General Jan Scheepers, commended the members for their swift action, emphasizing that such operations remain critical in the fight against the scourge of drugs that continue to destroy communities.
