A major intelligence-led police operation has resulted in a massive drug bust in Midrand, with authorities seizing an estimated R20 million worth of cocaine. The significant find took place on Tuesday evening at a smallholding located in the Blue Hills area....Click to Read More >>➤
The successful operation was a coordinated effort spearheaded by the Crime Intelligence Head Office. They worked in conjunction with the Gauteng Organised Crime Unit, the Johannesburg K9 Unit, and experts from the Local Criminal Record Centre (LCRC). This multidisciplinary team acted on specific intelligence indicating that a large quantity of narcotics was being stored at the location.
Following up on the intelligence, the team conducted a search of the property. Their investigation revealed critical information about the drugs’ origin and intended destination. Authorities confirmed that the cocaine had been smuggled into South Africa from a neighbouring country. The illicit consignment was reportedly destined for distribution in Cape Town before police intervention halted its journey.
Massive Cocaine Haul Uncovered
The meticulous search of the premises led to a major discovery. Police officers located and uncovered approximately 80 kilograms of high-purity cocaine. The drugs were found carefully concealed inside a storage room on the smallholding, hidden from plain view.
A 56-year-old man, suspected to be the owner of the property, was immediately arrested at the scene. He was taken into custody without incident. The massive quantity of cocaine was seized as evidence and will be processed for the ongoing investigation.
The suspect is now in police custody and faces serious charges. He is scheduled to make his first appearance before the Midrand Magistrate’s Court later this week. The charges against him include possession of drugs and dealing in drugs, reflecting the severity of the bust.
Police officials have praised the collaborative effort that led to this successful seizure. They described the operation as a significant disruption to the local narcotics trade. This major cocaine seizure in Midrand represents a critical victory in the ongoing battle against drug trafficking syndicates operating in the region. The removal of such a large quantity of cocaine from circulation is expected to have a substantial impact on the illicit drug market. ...Click to Read More >>➤
