Police in Mwanza have arrested a 32-year-old woman, identified as Mariam Time, for allegedly being in possession of illegal drugs.

Mwanza Police spokesperson Hope Kasakula said Time was arrested at the Mwanza border gate while attempting to travel to South Africa.

Kasakula explained that during a search operation, officers found a carton of Bactrim hidden among her belongings. When questioned, the suspect claimed ownership of the drugs.

“Due to the large quantity of the medicine, she was asked to produce a certificate of authenticity, but she failed to do so,” Kasakula said.

The suspect hails from Namalaka Village, Traditional Authority Namabvi, in Mangochi District.

She will appear in court to answer charges related to possession of illegal drugs.

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