The Durban Metro Police Service, through a joint multidisciplinary intelligence-driven operation involving the Drug Team, TSU, and Trio Crimes Unit, successfully dismantled a drug operation in the Chatsworth area.
Acting on information received regarding a suspected drug den operating along Powerline Road, members responded swiftly following community concerns about escalating crime in the area.The coordinated operation led to the successful apprehension of an individual found in possession of a significant quantity of illicit substances.
Drugs seized include:
• Crack cocaine
• Mandrax tablets
• Crystal meth
• Heroin capsules
• Schedule medication (Xanax)
Additional items recovered included drug paraphernalia and cash believed to be proceeds of crime.
Estimated street value: R26 850
The suspect was arrested and will be processed accordingly. This success highlights the importance of intelligence-led operations and community cooperation in the fight against drug-related crime.
The Durban Metro Police Service remains committed to ensuring safer communities and urges the public to continue reporting criminal activities.