SA ‘drug mule’ bust: Hawks hit the sweet spot, seize 10kg cocaine haul hidden in treats

South Africa News News

SA ‘drug mule’ bust: Hawks hit the sweet spot, seize 10kg cocaine haul hidden in treats
South Africa Latest News,South Africa Headlines
  • 📰 TheSAnews
  • ⏱ Reading Time:
  • 43 sec. here
  • 2 min. at publisher
  • 📊 Quality Score:
  • News: 20%
  • Publisher: 59%

A suspected drug mule and two alleged accomplices were arrested at OR Tambo airport on Tuesday after the PE woman landed in SA from Brazil

The Hawks in Gauteng arrested a woman from Port Elizabeth after she landed at OR Tambo International Airport from Brazil with drugs while two Nigerian men allegedly waited for her. Pictures: Supplied/ Hawks

While the Hawks have not yet revealed the origin or South African base of the two men, they are believed to have been awaiting the woman’s arrival at the airport.This is not the first high-profile and large quantity narcotics smuggling case to be linked to Port Elizabeth and theafter she was found to have concealed a large quantity of cocaine in her dreadlocks, was “recruited” in Port Elizabeth.

They then identified and monitored the two Nigerian suspects at the international arrivals section there.He explained that the suspects had claimed they had been waiting for a traveller from elsewhere, but could not produce any proof to substantiate their claim. Puppy-proofing is crucial to prevent accidents and injuries. It ensures your puppy’s safety and well-being, protecting them from hazards and toxic substances in your home.

We have summarized this news so that you can read it quickly. If you are interested in the news, you can read the full text here. Read more:

TheSAnews /  🏆 25. in ZA

South Africa Latest News, South Africa Headlines

Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.

Alleged drug mule arrested at OR Tambo Airport with 10kg of cocaine, two accomplices detainedAlleged drug mule arrested at OR Tambo Airport with 10kg of cocaine, two accomplices detainedAlleged drug mule arrested at OR Tambo Airport with 10kg of cocaine, two accomplices detained
Read more »

Alleged drug mule caught with 10kg cocaine at OR TamboAlleged drug mule caught with 10kg cocaine at OR TamboBreaking Stories
Read more »

Brazilian Drug Mule Faces Charges After R1 Million Cocaine Found at OR TamboBrazilian Drug Mule Faces Charges After R1 Million Cocaine Found at OR TamboAuthorities arrested an alleged drug mule who was believed to have been transporting cocaine worth R1 million at the OR Tambo International Airport on 30 July 2024.
Read more »

Suspected drug mule from Brazil arrested at OR Tambo International AirportSuspected drug mule from Brazil arrested at OR Tambo International AirportThe man boarded an identified aircraft from Sao Paulo - Guarulhos International Airport in Brazil with the drugs
Read more »

Suspected drug mule arrested at OR Tambo International AirportSuspected drug mule arrested at OR Tambo International AirportA suspected drug mule has been arrested by members of the South African Police Service (SAPS) at the OR Tambo International Airport.
Read more »

Welcome home Tatjana Smith at OR Tambo Airport: Here’s whenWelcome home Tatjana Smith at OR Tambo Airport: Here’s whenTatjana Smith and two members of the men's 4x100m relay team, Bayanda Walaza and Bradley Nkoana, are due to return to SA early this week.
Read more »



Render Time: 2025-02-16 13:01:53