22 people held for drugs in Mitchells Plein

Western Cape police say 22 people have been arrested for drug possession in Cape Town's Mitchells Plain.

Police spokesperson Frederick van Wyk said the 22 were arrested during an all-night crime prevention operation, starting on Friday night.

Van Wyk said various illegal drugs, including 47 dagga cigarettes, 13 mandrax tablets, 11 small packets of tik and six units of heroin were confiscated.

The suspects will appear in the Mitchells Plain Magistrate's Court on Monday on charges relating to possession of drugs. (from News24)