A notorious drug lord in Cape Town, Fadwaan Murphy, was recently convicted under the Prevention of Organised Crime Act after a decadelong trial. His drug empire, operating under the label of Ulterior Trading Solutions CC, was uncovered when police found his hidden tikpackaging warehouse, containing drugs and cash estimated to be worth around R4 million. Murphy was sentenced to 18 years in prison and fined R2 million, while all of his properties were to be auctioned. This victory marks a significant win for the legal system in its ongoing struggle against organized crime in Cape Town.
Drug trafficking is a significant problem that affects countries globally, and South Africa is not immune to its effects. The South African government has taken measures to curb the spread of drugs within the country, and one practical approach is the creation of the South African Police Service (SAPS). The primary role of the SAPS is to maintain law and order in South Africa.