In a shocking bust, authorities have uncovered a stash of illicit drugs and large sums of cash hidden in a garage in a quiet Northern Cape Town suburb. The dramatic discovery has sent shockwaves through the community, highlighting the ongoing scourge of narcotics trafficking in the region.

Police discovered drugs worth R200,000 along with cash hidden in the garage of a property in one of Cape Town’s northern suburbs on Wednesday.

The operation was led by Kensington station commander, Lt-Col Nkosinathi Losini, who led his team on a pre-planned raid at the Rapide Street property in Kensington.

“A male person at the property became restless in the presence of the police members, giving them even more reason to search the premises thoroughly,” W/O Joseph Swartbooi, police spokesman stated.

“Their persistence ensured a breakthrough when they recovered a consignment of drugs and a substantial amount of cash hidden in a garage on the premises.”

The man was arrested on a charge of dealing in drugs.

The successful raid is a significant victory for law enforcement in their efforts to combat organized crime and drug trafficking in the area. As the investigation continues, residents are breathing a sigh of relief, hopeful that the community can now begin to heal and rebuild.