Police seize R1 million in cash and stolen bank cards from Parklands suspect
The suspect was arrested by members attached to the Provincial Operational Command Centre.
The provincial police spokesperson, Captain Frederick van Wyk, said the officers were armed with information about drug dealing and descended on a residence in Holly Crescent in Table View.
'A search ensued, which led to the discovery of a substantial amount of foreign and South African currency in excess of R1 million. Not only did the members find the cash, but also a bag with bank cards belonging to various people.'
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