KABOKWENI- A recent schools safety operation conducted at Hlanganani Secondary School in Dwaleni and Phathwa Secondary School in Mbonisweni has resulted in the arrest of two female dagga dealers yesterday.
The operation, which included random searches, was a collaborative effort between various stakeholders, including the SAPS, Department of Safety, Security and Liaison, Law Enforcement, Correctional Services, Department of Social Development, Department of Education, and the Community Police Forum (CPF).
The searches led to the discovery of dagga on learners, who subsequently revealed the locations of their suppliers. The team raided four houses and a spaza shop, confiscating bags of dagga and arresting the suspects.
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According to Mpumalanga to Lieutenant Colonel Jabu Ndubane, two females, aged 43 and 31, were arrested for dealing with dagga.
“During the searches, learners were found in possession of dagga and popcorn’s lace made with dagga. The team followed up on the information received, which led to the arrest of the two suspects,” she explained.
Colonel Ndubane further stated that two cases of dealing with dagga were opened, noting that the two suspects were expected to appear at the Kabokweni Magistrate’s Court on Wednesday, February 26.
The schools safety operation is part of a broader effort to address substance abuse and other safety concerns in schools.
