A 33-year-old man is expected to appear before the Magudu Magistrate’s Court on Monday, 27 July 2026, following the recovery of 19 bales of compressed dagga with an estimated street value of R2 million.
Police received intelligence regarding four males that were seen carrying bales of dagga and concealing them in a bushy area near the Pongola River in KwaZulu-Natal.
Acting swiftly on the intelligence police proceeded to the identified location to verify the information. Upon searching the area, members recovered 19 bales of compressed dagga.
One suspect was arrested in connection with the seizure, while efforts are underway to locate and apprehend the remaining suspects believed to be involved.
The suspect is due to appear before the Magudu Magistrate’s Court on Monday, 27 July 2026.
