An intelligence-driven operation between the Hawks’ South African Narcotics Enforcement Bureau and Cape Town International Airport police led to the arrest of a 67-year-old foreign national on Monday 26 October, on charges of dealing in drugs.

Swift arrest at the airport

Hawks members received information regarding a foreign national who was smuggling drugs at Cape Town International Airport. Swift reaction by police led to his arrest after khat was found concealed in three of his suitcases. The value of the drugs is estimated at R21 000, said Lt Col Siyabulela Vukubi, Hawks spokesperson.

Court appearance

The suspect will make his first appearance in the Bellville Magistrates’ Court on Wednesday 28 October.

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