Crime

Brazilian drug mule caught at OR Tambo International Airport

The 25-year-old man was caught with drugs valued at more than R1.8m strapped to his body when he landed at the airport on Sunday.

On Sunday, November 24, police operationalised intelligence and arrested a 25-year-old Brazilian national at OR Tambo International Airport for drug trafficking.

He was found in possession of over three kilograms of drugs wrapped around his body which was later confirmed to be cocaine with an estimated value of R1.8 million.

Also read: TWO MORE drug arrests at OR Tambo International Airport

The suspect had just landed from São Paulo, Brazil when he was arrested.

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Charmaine Slater

Editor for the Kempton Express and The Thembisan community newspapers. I am a dedicated journalist with a passion for community journalism and the residents we serve.
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