Three Arrested Over Alleged Unlawful Possession of Dagga in Beitbridge
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- Three people have been arrested in Beitbridge over the alleged possession of dagga.
Three people have been arrested in Beitbridge after members of the Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) Support Unit allegedly recovered dagga during an operation targeting cross-border crime.
The arrests were made on Saturday, 7 November 2026, under an operation code-named "No to Cross Border Crimes".
The suspects were identified as Mohau Sibanda (43), Loveness Mubaiwa (33) and Rueben Moyo (29).
Dagga Reportedly Recovered in Industrial Area
According to the police report, the three suspects were intercepted by Support Unit officers in the Industrial Area of Beitbridge.
The arrests highlight ongoing law enforcement efforts targeting alleged drug-related offences and cross-border crime.
Police searched their belongings during the interception, leading to the alleged recovery of dagga.
The three were subsequently arrested on allegations of unlawful possession of dagga.
Police Intensify Efforts Against Cross-Border Crime
The operation forms part of police efforts to tackle criminal activities associated with cross-border movement and trade.
Beitbridge is a major border town linking Zimbabwe and South Africa, making law enforcement activities in the area important in efforts to address offences involving the movement of prohibited goods.
The arrests highlight the continued police focus on enforcing drug-control laws and preventing the unlawful movement of prohibited substances.
The three suspects are presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty in court.
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