The three Flying Squad cops, Sergeant Solomon Mebo (49), Sergeant Jabulane Mbuyane (43) and Constable Lavandre LaReservee (32), who were arrested yesterday for allegedly escorting a vehicle transporting dagga on the N4, appeared in the Nelspruit Magistrate’s Court today.

They they were charged with defeating the ends of justice.

They were granted bail of R1 500 each. Their next court appearance is scheduled for July 25.

Other related charges could be added as the investigation progresses.

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The two occupants of the vehicle, Joel Mamba (44) and Monica Zwane (34), are facing separate charges of dealing in dagga and will appear in court on June 17 for their bail application.

They were caught allegedly transporting more than a 100 bags of dagga in a Toyota Corolla, while allegedly being escorted by the three policemen on the N4 near the Matsulu T-junction.

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Lowvelder will inform its readers of the outcome of the upcoming court appearances.