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Brazilian man arrested at OR Tambo airport with R1. 4 million cocaine wrapped around his thighs

A 39-year-old Brazilian man was arrested at OR Tambo International Airport with R1. 4 million worth of cocaine wrapped around his thighs, underscoring the ongoing battle against drug trafficking at South Africa's busiest airport.

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Sinenhlanhla Masilela|Published

Drug bust in Khayelitsha | Woman arrested with R1 million worth of mandrax tablets

Western Cape police arrested a 46-year-old woman in Khayelitsha, seizing mandrax tablets worth R1 million during a raid on a suspected drug facility.

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Mthobisi Nozulela|Published

Major drug bust: Gauteng truck owner arrested for transporting crystal meth worth R50 million

A 35-year-old truck owner from Gauteng was arrested in the Eastern Cape for allegedly transporting crystal meth valued at R50 million.

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Wendy Dondolo|Published

Gauteng suspect arrested after drug laboratory discovery, drugs and equipment worth over R1 million seized

A recent joint operation has yielded a major drug haul in Vanderbijlpark, unearthing a sophisticated drug lab and leading to the arrest of a key suspect.

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Sinenhlanhla Masilela|Published

Gauteng police commended after pouncing on R10 million drug laboratory in Westonaria

Gauteng's Organised Crime Unit has successfully dismantled a R10 million drug laboratory in Westonaria, leading to the arrest of two suspects and a call for community involvement in combating drug-related crime.

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Jason Woosey|Published

Police seize R6 million worth of cocaine disguised as hair products at OR Tambo

Police intercept R6 million worth of cocaine disguised as hair products at OR Tambo International Airport.

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Sinenhlanhla Masilela|Published

PhD student convicted of drugging and raping ten women, with over 50 victims still unidentified

PhD student Zhenhao Zou convicted of drugging and raping ten women, with police uncovering over 1,300 sex videos, raising fears of more than 50 unidentified victims.

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Sinenhlanhla Masilela|Published

Nigerian national with cocaine bullets worth R7. 5 million in his stomach, arrested at OR Tambo airport

A medical x-ray revealed that the mule had swallowed multiple objects suspected to be bullets containing cocaine.

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Sinenhlanhla Masilela|Published

Hawks arrest suspect with R720,000 worth of ecstasy in Eastern Cape

The Hawks said the intelligence operations were launched after receiving a tip-off on Friday.

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Kamogelo Moichela|Published

Drug dealer jailed for 12 years after R2. 5 million Mandrax bust

A routine checkpoint on the N1 led to a major drug bust , a hidden stash worth millions and a one-way ticket to prison for 62-year-old man.

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Thobeka Mthembu|Published

Malawian drug trafficker flees as R270,000 Toyota Hilux is forfeited

In a significant drug trafficking case, police have forfeited a R270,000 vehicle as a Malawian suspect evades arrest.

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Sinenhlanhla Masilela|Published

Middelburg shop owner faces court after R3. 4 million cigarette bust

A tip-off leads to the arrest of a Middelburg shop owner, revealing a R3. 4 million stash of illicit cigarettes and highlighting the dangers of smuggling.

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Thobeka Mthembu|Published

Four 'fat burner' drug syndicate suspects appear in Pretoria court, case postponed

The NPA said police uncovered significant evidence which revealed that the products sold by the syndicate contained harmful and prohibited substances.

News South Africa Gauteng
Sinenhlanhla Masilela|Published

Police arrest one in Paarl after uncovering illegal steroid manufacturing lab

A 27-year-old suspect was arrested in Paarl after police uncovered an illegal laboratory manufacturing steroids, following a tip-off that led to a significant drug bust.

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Sinenhlanhla Masilela|Published

Drug bust: Hawks apprehend alleged drug dealer with over R45,000 worth of narcotics

Hawks personnel from Pietermaritzburg Serious Organised Crime Investigation, working with Kwazulu-Natal Counter Narcotics and Crime Intelligence, arrested accused drug dealer Xolani Sihle Ndlovu, 39, in the Mpophomeni area of Howick.

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Xolile Mtembu|Published

Police bust illegal mining and drug ring, seize chrome worth over R1 million

Major crackdown in Limpopo leads to the arrest of 20 suspects for illegal mining and drug dealing, with police seizing chrome valued at over R1 million.

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Thobeka Mthembu|Published

Limpopo police seize R452,872 worth of illicit cigarettes

The suspect, who was found to be in South Africa illegally, has been slapped with multiple charges including possession of illicit goods, contravention of the Immigration Act, reckless driving, and damaging state property.

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Thobeka Mthembu|Published

eSwatini woman and two South African men arrested for possession of dagga worth over R67,000

Preliminary investigations revealed that the suspects were traveling from Eswatini and were heading to KwaZulu-Natal.

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Sinenhlanhla Masilela|Published

Donald Trump's return threatens resurgence of trade wars

Donald Trump's second presidential term promises a return to tariffs as he pressures partners and rivals to tackle everything from migration to drug trafficking, while protecting US industries - in moves that could trigger new trade wars.

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Yolande Du Preez|Published

Mpumalanga police nab 41-year-old woman in Ermelo drug bust, seize R15,000 worth of drugs and R3,827 cash

A stash of illicit substances valued at R15,000 and R3,827 in cash was uncovered by Mpumalanga police during a raid on a suspected drug den in Ermelo, leading to the arrest of a 41-year-old woman.

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Thobeka Mthembu|Published

Christmas in jail for Nigerian man arrested for drug dealing, while his South African girlfriend released on bail

After police arrested Theophilus Ejiofor, his girlfriend Violet Magqoki offered the police money for Ejiofor’s release.

News South Africa North West
Jonisayi Maromo|Published

Major drug bust in Kimberley: Police arrest multiple suspects in Operation Vala Umgodi

Several fines were issued for contravening traffic laws, as well as the confiscation of drugs, and a substantial amount of money believed to be the proceeds of crime.

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Thobeka Mthembu|Published

Northern Cape police arrest with Mandla’s tablets worth over R720,000

Police uncovered a locked bag handed over by the property owner, who had been storing it for the suspect. Inside, officers found mandrax tablets valued at R720,000 and additional tik worth R1,500.

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Wendy Dondolo|Published

ShotSpotter alert leads to firearm confiscation in Gugulethu

Cape Town police score double win against crime with arrests in Gugulethu and Bellville.

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Thobeka Mthembu|Published

Pensioner arrested after police find 'dagga' buried in a hole under his kitchen fridge

A 75-year-old man is set to appear in court after police uncovered a hidden stash of dagga worth a whopping R207,000 at his home.

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Thobeka Mthembu|Published