MBOMBELA - Three alleged drug pushers, aged between 24 and 26, were arrested yesterday at approximately 06:50, after the White River K9 Unit searched their flat and seized drugs.

The arrest follows police's swift action after they received information about men who were suspected to be in possession of and dealing in drugs at their residence. A search warrant was obtained and the flat was searched. Heroin as well as cocaine to an estimated street value of R160 000 was seized. 

The suspects appeared in the Nelspruit Magistrate’s Court today. They were remanded in custody. Their next court appearance will be on Friday, September 29. 

The Provincial Commissioner of the police in Mpumalanga, Lt General Mondli Zuma, praised the SAPS members for their dedication as well as commended the assistance the police received from the community.

Submitted by: Col Bhembe / SAPS Office of the Provincial Commissioner, Mpumalanga