Man bust at OR Tambo with R12m drugs

A man travelling from Tanzania was caught at OR Tambo airport carrying narcotics worth over R12m in two suitcases.

Johannesburg - The South African Revenue Service (Sars) on Monday said customs officers at OR Tambo International Airport intercepted a male traveller from Tanzania, who was carrying narcotics worth over R12-million in two suitcases.

The bust took place on Sunday.

The 36-year-old man was asked to put his luggage through the customs scanner.

“The scanner image revealed 10 clear plastic bags that contained a white crystal substance,” said Sars spokesperson Sandile Memela.

“Upon investigation this turned out to be 10 bags of ephedrine. The total weight of the consignment was 40.20kg with an estimated street value of R12 060 000.”

Memela said the suspect was handed over to police and he was expected to appear in court soon.

African News Agency