An Ethiopian man was arrested in Limpopo for illicit cigarette smuggling and money laundering after police seized 40 cartons of cigarettes and R470,000 in cash.
A high-stakes operation by the Vala Umgodi Task Team in Limpopo has led to the arrest of a 33-year-old Ethiopian national allegedly involved inOfficers were patrolling Ha-Mabobo village near the Hubyeni Complex in Elim when they noticed a suspicious vehicle around 12.30pm.
Upon searching the vehicle, police discovered over 40 cartons of illicit cigarettes valued at R8,000 on the street market. The suspect was taken into custody and subsequently led officers to a house in Ha-Mabobo village. “Upon further investigation inside the house, officers uncovered R470,000 in cash hidden under a bed, as well as a money-counting machine,” said police spokesperson Lieutenant Colonel Stephen Thakeng.The suspect made a brief appearance at the Waterval Magistrate's Court on January 16 and was remanded in custody for further investigations.
In a related operation, two other men were arrested for contravening immigration laws in Bungeni village. The suspects were found working illegally at a brickyard company.'I am hoping God kills all of them': Kenny Kunene sparks outrage as he says illegal miners must die underground 'like rats'
Money Laundering Operation Arrest Ethiopian Stephen Thakeng Vala Umgodi Task Team Limpopo Hubyeni Complex Waterval Ha-Mabobo Vhembe District Elim Waterval Magistrate's Court Bungeni Village Iol
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