GROBLERSHOOP – The SAPS in the ZFM district has dealt drug dealers a heavy blow, when 55-year-old male was arrested and drugs seized on Friday, 14 November 2025, in Groblershoop.
The unsuspecting dealer was stopped at a roadblock with a consignment of drugs, with an estimated value of almost two million rand.
The members of Groblershoop Vispol were conducting a roadblock as part of Shanela Operation 2 high density actions outside of Groblershoop, when the vehicle was stopped for routine inspection.
A bucket containing rice was found in the vehicle.
The alert members conducted a thorough inspection and discovered mandrax tablets with an estimated value of R1,3 million, underneath the rice.
Upon further searching, Tik valued at R 293 916.66 and dagga valued R179 625.00 was found stashed in hidden compartments inside the vehicle.
The male suspect was arrested, the drugs seized and the vehicle impounded as it was used in the commission of a crime. The suspect is expected to appear in court soon.
The District Commissioner of ZF Mgcawu, Major General Monica Sebili, applauded the excellent success by observant and vigilant members of Groblershoop SAPS. She alluded that the police in the ZFM District will remain steadfast in law enforcement during this festive season and beyond and drug trafficking will be dealt with vigorously.
