A multi-disciplinary police team conducted Operation Shanela II high-density operations in the Rietfontein policing area.
The operation involved members from Rietfontein SAPS, the Provincial Border Police, Rietfontein Port of Entry, Witdraai SAPS, Gemsbok Port of Entry and Tweerevieren Port of Entry.
On Friday, 12 June 2026, members executed search and seizure warrants at two identified premises suspected of being involved in drug dealing.
At the first premises, police found an 18-year-old male in possession of drugs with an estimated street value of R25 750-00. The suspect was arrested for dealing in drugs.
At the second identified premises, police discovered drugs with an estimated street value of R19 500-00.
An inquiry docket was opened and two females aged 27 and 61-years-old and a 55-year-old male were taken in for questioning after drugs were found on the premises.
Police in the ZF Mgcawu District will continue with operations aimed at removing drugs from communities and ensuring safer streets.
