Maria David
THE Namibian Police Force in the Oshikoto Region has arrested an employee of the Ministry of Information, Communications, and Communication Technology for dealing in cannabis at Omuthiya.
The 35-year-old suspect, who is employed as a cleaner, was arrested on Thursday and is expected to appear before the Tsumeb Magistrate’s court.
Oshikoto Regional Commander Commissioner Armas Shivute said the arrest was made at around 16:28 on Thursday afternoon during a police search.
“We confiscated 15 grams in the suspect’s office. The illicit drugs are valued at N$1 000, while 80 grams were found at her house valued at N$3 800,” he said.
Shivute noted that police investigation into the matter continues.
