High speed chase ends in R1.5m drug bust
A suspect was arrested in Westville after fleeing from police along the N2 and M19, abandoning his vehicle and running into nearby bushes.
A 32-YEAR-OLD man has been arrested in Westville for allegedly dealing in dagga following a high speed chase from the N2.
His arrest follows a multidisciplinary operation involving the Durban Flying Squad, Durban Metro Police and a private security company.
According to KZN police spokesperson Captain Ntathu Ndlovu, the operation resulted in the seizure of approximately 320kg of cannabis, with an estimated street value of R1.5m.
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“The operation was initiated after intelligence was received about a large consignment of cannabis being transported along the N2 from the North of Durban.
“Police officers tracked and traced the vehicle along the N2 before the driver turned onto the M19.”
Ndlovu said the vehicle subsequently came to a stop, where the suspect abandoned it and fled on foot into nearby bushes.
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“Following an extensive search, the suspect was apprehended and placed under arrest. He was subsequently charged with dealing in dagga,” reported the police spokesperson.
The suspect is expected to appear before the Durban Magistrate’s Court tomorrow, Monday, November 16.
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