NOORDWESTER - DELAREYVILLE - In an effort to crackdown on illicit economic activities, a Crime Intelligence driven operation by Lichtenburg K9 and Delareyville SAPS resulted in the apprehension of a 43-year-old Pakistani foreign national for possession of illicit cigarettes on Thursday, 23 May.
According to information, a search and seizure warrant was obtained after intelligence received a tip off regarding suspected illicit activity at the suspect’s place in Delareyville. During the search, police discovered illicit cigarettes with an estimated street value of R4,5 million, in a store room. The suspect was immediately arrested and is expected to appear before the Delareyville Magistrates’ Court on Monday, 27 May.
The North West Provincial Commissioner, Lieutenant General Sello Kwena expressed his gratitude to all members involved in the operation for their hard work and cooperation that led to the arrest.
