Nearly N$10 million worth of drugs seized in December

Hertta-Maria Amutenja The Namibian Police Force (NamPol) has seized a staggering N$9 074 362.40 worth of drugs during the period of 1-31 December 2023. The operation led to the arrest of 112 individuals, including 109 Namibians, one Burundian, one Motswana and one Zambian nationals. According to NamPol Spokesperson Deputy Commissioner Kauna Shikwambi, the seized substances include 885 830.24kg of cannabis, 762 full tablets of Mandrax, 196.2 units of crack cocaine, and 210 grams of Methcathonine(cat). Expressing concern over the impact of illicit substances on the youth, Shikwambi appealed to the public for assistance in curbing these crimes. “Illegal substances are…