Three appear in Volksrust court for possession of R558 000 worth of dagga

The case has been postponed to June 18.

June 13, 2025

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The four bags of marijuana totalled to 93kg. Photo: Supplied

Three men appeared in the Volksrust District Court on June 12, facing charges of dealing in drugs after being arrested with 93kg of marijuana.

Nhlakanipho Khumalo (30), Ernest Zondo (39) and Zephrid Hlongwane (36) were arrested by Wakkerstroom police in the early morning hours.

During a routhine stop-and search operation, the trio were stopped in their silver Toyota Corolla; police discovered four large bags of marijuana inside the vehicle.

The 93kg bags are estimated to have a street value of R558 000.

The Volksrust District Court ruled the suspects remain in custody until their next appearance on June 18.

Nhlakanipho Khumalo, Ernest Zondo and Zephrid Hlongwane were arrested on June 12 for possession and dealing of marijuana. Photo: Supplied

The 93kg of dagga were found inside this car. Photo: Supplied

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June 13, 2025

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Arisja Misselhorn

I have been a journalist for more than 30 years. I worked for Caxton and Beeld and also for my own publication. I returned to Ridge Times in 2018. I became editor for Ridge Times, Standerton Advertiser and Streeknuus in 2023. I completed numerous courses throughout the years, and I have won several awards.