According to Brigadier Sam Makhele on Monday, 07 September 2020 at about 12:00, members of Welkom K9 Unit were busy with their routine patrols in the CBD when they noticed a suspicious vehicle in Muizen Street.

“The vehicle was approached, and members conducted a search which led to confiscation of several pieces of diamonds.”

Makhele said they then took the suspect to his residence; a flat in the Welkom CBD.

On arrival, while they continued with the search. The following were found inside the garage: 22 Chrystal Meth tablets, 275 Mandrax tablets and Cocaine.

All seized items are estimated to the street value of R40 000.

The suspect is expected to appear soon in Welkom Magistrate Court.