Liquor truck found empty after hijacking near Nkandla

148 of 154 hijacked liquor crates found in bush near Nkandla.

August 26, 2025

Lwazi Kunene Less than a minute

A liquor truck hijacked en route to Nkandla was found abandoned. Police recovered 148 crates nearby. (Image supplied)

A truck transporting 154 crates of liquor was hijacked while on the way from Ulundi to Nkandla. Police responded after being notified by the Babanango CSC.

The SAPS team started by searching for the truck with the help of Abe Jonstone from Zulutrack. The truck was later found abandoned along the R68 between Nkandla and Babanango, without any stock.
The team continued with the search, going into a bushy area, and 148 crates of booze were found hidden in the bushes. None of the criminals were found.

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August 26, 2025

Lwazi Kunene Less than a minute

Lwazi Kunene

Lwazi Kunene began her journalism career as an intern at Caxton Local Media. Her passion for storytelling, being a voice for the voiceless, and driving meaningful change in people’s lives quickly set her apart. This dedication earned her a permanent position as a journalist at the Vryheid Herald, where she continues to make an impact through her reporting.