Man in court after R93 million drug bust in Limpopo
Updated | By ANA
A man travelling with a Tanzanian passport is expected to appear in the Lephalale Magistrate’s Court on Tuesday after police discovered drugs worth R93 million and cash, including foreign currency hidden in his vehicle.
Limpopo police spokeswoman Colonel Ronel Otto said detectives received a tip off about a vehicle transporting drugs.
“A look out for the bakkie ensued. It was spotted and thoroughly searched by members. They confiscated R139,900 and US$10,000 hidden in the door panels,” said Otto.
Police further searched through the vehicle seats and the back where they discovered 93 bags of heroin with a street value of R93 million.
The 33-year-old man is expected to appear in the Lephalale Magistrates’ Court on Tuesday on charges of smuggling and dealing in drugs. - ANA
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