In Paxton Prison an inmate was charged with possession of drugs. On Sunday morning, June 29 a guard was on duty at the holding cells and the prison.
The Correctional Services officer was apparently conducting a routine search when he found one of the prisoners in possession of dagga. A case was opened at Witbank SAPS.
Another arrest was made at midnight on June 27. The officer, who was on duty that night, received information about a suspected drug dealer living at an informal settlement near Lynnville.
The officer searched the small house and found dagga in pouches inside a black bag on one of the tables.
The owner of the house was arrested and charged with dealing in dagga.
Witbank SAPS has a zero tolerance policy toward drug related crimes. Please report any crime by calling them on 013 655 5000.
