Traffic stop at OR Tambo leads to drug arrest
A traffic obstruction complaint at OR Tambo International Airport led to the arrest of a suspect after officers found suspected heroin.
EMPD officers stationed at OR Tambo International Airport (ORTIA) arrested a foreign national for possession and suspected dealing in illicit substances on January 31.
According to EMPD spokesperson Kelebogile Thepa, ORTIA Unit officers were patrolling the airport when they received a complaint from Sky Top Garage about a white Hyundai Grand i10 obstructing traffic.
“Officers approached the driver and requested him to move the vehicle off the roadway.”
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The suspect allegedly became aggressive, prompting officers to issue him with a fine for obstruction and to search the vehicle due to his suspicious behaviour.
“During the search, officers discovered a clear plastic bag containing several smaller packets of suspected heroin,” said Thepa.
The 45-year-old suspect was arrested and detained at the O. R. Tambo Police Station. He is expected to appear before the Kempton Park Magistrate’s Court.
