Teenager arrested for drug possession at Tsumeb

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2026-01-19

WINDHOEK - NamPol crime report logo. (Photo: NAMPA)

OMUTHIYA, 18 JAN (NAMPA) - The Namibian Police Force (NamPol) in the Oshikoto Region are investigating a case in which a teenager was arrested for the possession of drugs.
The 17-year-old Namibian boy was arrested on Friday at around 05h00 at the Kuvukiland location in Tsumeb.
According to the weekend crime report issued by NamPol Deputy Commissioner Kauna Shikwambi, the suspect was apprehended during an intelligence-led joint operation.
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