Maria David
THE police in Otjozondjupa have arrested three men who were found with mandrax valued at N$26 100.
The three individuals, aged 17, 30, and 40, were arrested at Okondjatu settlement on Tuesday afternoon.
Otjozondjupa police spokesperson Inspector Maureen Mbeha said that the suspects face charges of dealing with illegal substances and obstructing the course of justice.
Mbeha indicated that the suspects were found with 217 mandrax tablets.
She said that while police officers were patrolling in Okandjatu location, they encountered a 17-year-old juvenile who appeared suspicious. Upon conducting a body search, they found him in possession of half a mandrax tablet.
“Following the investigation, it was established that an old toilet contained a hidden camouflage bag with 217 mandrax tablets,” she said.
She added that this led to the arrest of the two additional suspects.
They are expected to appear in court this week. Police investigation into the matter continues.
