Alcohol and cigarettes are the substances that are currently occupying the thoughts of most members of the public. Lest we forget that illicit and far more harmful drugs are still prevalent on our streets.
Police resources may be stretched but they continue to make dents in the profits of drug dealers who may think the authorities may be otherwise distracted. Florida Police have made several arrests in recent days, with the largest being a bust worth hundreds of thousands of rands. They apprehended two male suspects in Naomi Street who were in possession of multiple forms of contraband.
“At about 10.30am on 3 August, members of Johnanesburg K9 and Provincial Drug Unit received information about people dealing in drugs in Naomi Street, Florida. Upon arrival they noticed an unknown male who attempted to flee by jumping a wall. After catching the man, police went into the house and discovered three plastic bags containing Mandrax tablets,” stated Florida Police spokesperson, Sergeant Mpho More.
Police also uncovered 50g of crystal methamphetamine, 73 packets of heroin, counterfeit cigarettes and R300 000 in cash.
The two arrested suspects are aged 38 and 45, and have appeared in the Roodepoort Magistrates’ Court.
