Durban – On 01 December 2023, Chibuike Johnbosco Ezike, a 29-year-old suspect, was arraigned in court following his arrest for alleged involvement in drug dealing.
According to South African Police Service, Ezike’s court appearance is a result of a proactive operation by the Hawks’ Serious Organised Crime Investigation team in Bloemfontein, conducted on 29 November 2023.
The operation, aimed at disrupting criminal activities, led to the execution of a search warrant at a small business located on Douglas Street, Bloemfontein. The search was initiated based on intelligence about drug sales activities being camouflaged by the storefront business. During the operation, officers discovered four transparent plastic bags in the premises, suspected to contain cat drugs. Ezike was arrested immediately at the scene.
The case has been deferred to 11 December 2023 for a bail hearing.