The Hawks arrested a Law Enforcement officer in Bellville South on Tuesday (7 November) for possession of 41 000 mandrax tablets.
According to Mayco member for Safety and Security for the City of Cape Town, JP Smith, the street value of the mandrax is estimated at R1,9 million.
“The Hawks received a tip-off and found the drugs in two vehicles on the property (in Bellville South).”
Smith says the City is shocked by this incident and will immediately institute pre-suspension procedures.
“The officer, who was off-duty at the time of his arrest, was also in possession of his official firearm — which in itself is a breach of protocols.
“While the case is still under investigation, this is of grave concern and we will assist the Hawks where required.”
Smith says such incidents have the potential to do great harm to the reputation of the City’s enforcement agencies and the hundreds of officers who sacrifice a lot every day to help make Cape Town a safer place.
“I would like to urge the public not to judge these officers on the alleged actions of a few.”
The accused is set to appear in court on Thursday.
