CRIME SCENE: Goodwood, Cape Town: A 47-year-old prison warden has been arrested after he was allegedly found in possession of drugs and other goods.

According to the South African Police Services (SAPS) the Anti-Gang-Unit and Correctional Service Emergency Support Team held a roadblock at Goodwood Prison on Wednesday, 12 August 2026 at about 6:40.

“A vehicle driven by a prison warden was stopped and searched. The members found 600 Mandrax tablets, 100 grams of Tik, 300 grams of dagga, 23 cellular phones, three pairs of earpods, five USB memory sticks, 10 condoms and 60 libido tablets in the warden’s vehicle.

“”The estimated value of the drugs is approximately R65 000-00. The warden was arrested and will appear in the Goodwood Magistrates’ Court once charged,”said SAPS.