EMPD arrests suspect for alleged dagga dealing in Elandsfontein

Officers acted on a tip-off before detaining a suspect for further investigation.

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Naidine Sibanda Less than a minute

A tip-off leads to the arrest of a dagga seller in Elandsfontein. Photo: Supplied

Ekurhuleni Metropolitan Police Department (EMPD) officers arrested an adult male suspect in Dassie Street, Elandsfontein, on October 13 following a tip-off regarding alleged dagga dealing.

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Social Crime Prevention coordinator Sergeant Lillian Modiga said officers acted on information about illegal activity at the location and approached the suspect.

According to police, the suspect allegedly admitted to selling dagga.

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Naidine Sibanda Less than a minute

Naidine Sibanda

Naidine Sibanda is Bedfordview and Edenvale News’ senior journalist. A University of Johannesburg journalism graduate, she began her career with TEACH South Africa before moving into community reporting at Caxton’s Rosebank Killarney Gazette, where she rose to senior journalist and earned recognition in the FCJ Awards. She also worked as communications officer for the James and Ethel Gray Park Foundation. Passionate about amplifying community voices, Naidine looks forward to highlighting both challenges and achievements in Bedfordview and Edenvale areas.

EMPD arrests suspect for alleged dagga dealing in Elandsfontein

Officers acted on a tip-off before detaining a suspect for further investigation.

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