A suspect was arrested in Mohlakeng after West Rand Flying Squad (WRFS) officers allegedly found him in possession of crystal meth valued at approximately R903 during an operation in the early hours of October 31.

According to WRFS spokesperson Karen du Plessis, the arrest formed part of several crime-prevention operations conducted across the West Rand between October 12 and 31.

Du Plessis said officers recorded multiple successes during the period, making arrests for various offences and recovering suspected stolen property and illegal substances.

On October 12 at about 13:20, officers stopped a suspicious vehicle in Rietvallei and arrested three suspects after finding approximately 50kg of gold-bearing material.

Later that day, at about 18:50, officers responded to a stabbing complaint in the Krugersdorp central business district. After the victim pointed out the suspects, two people were arrested and a knife was recovered.

At about 23:50, officers responded to a malicious property damage complaint in the Krugersdorp central business district. The damage was estimated at R2 500, and a suspect was arrested.

In the early hours of October 14, at about 01:40, officers stopped a suspicious vehicle in Rietvallei and arrested a man for driving under the influence of alcohol.

On October 15, officers conducted two separate drug-related operations in Munsieville.

At about midnight, officers acted on information about suspected drug dealing and arrested a suspect, seizing 15 quarter Mandrax tablets valued at approximately R248.

At about 00:36, officers followed up on further information about alleged drug dealing in Munsieville and arrested a suspect, seizing two half and 20 quarter Mandrax tablets, as well as 14g of Cat, with an estimated combined value of R3 854.

Spokesperson Du Plessis added that a wanted suspect was arrested in Florida for robbery on October 18 at about 22:00.

Officers responded to a complaint in Kenmare on October 27 at about 13:20 and arrested three suspects for possession of suspected stolen property. Police recovered a gate motor, two gate swing arms and a vehicle suspected of having been used in the crime.

Ongoing operations by the WRFS continue to address criminal activity and improve safety across the region.