Police arrest dealer with nearly 300 sachets stuffed with drugs
Heroin and crystal meth were recovered from the suspect's premises after police received a tip-off about a man selling drugs on Church Street.
Friday the 13th proved to be particularly unlucky for a Pretoria West drug dealer when police bust him with 295 sachets of heroin and five bags of crystal meth.
Pretoria West police were responding to a tip-off about a man selling drugs on Church Street in Pretoria West.
“After verifying the information and confirming the address where the suspect was operating, the officers proceeded to the location. The premises were placed under surveillance to monitor the suspect’s activities,” said police spokesperson, Captain Johan van Dyk.
“The suspect was observed leaving the address, prompting the officers to tactically approach and apprehend him. A thorough search of both the suspect and his premises was conducted,” said Van Dyk.
While searching the premises, the police recovered the five clear plastic bags containing crystal meth and 295 brown-wrapped plastic bags containing heroin on top of the geyser inside the suspect’s room.
The man was arrested and charged with possession and dealing of drugs.
Major-General Samuel Thine commended the officers for their work, saying it highlights the importance of collaboration between the SAPS and the community in combating drug-related crimes.
Van Dyk said following the long weekend, the suspect was expected to appear in court soon.
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