Major Cocaine Bust: R28 Million Shipment Seized at OR Tambo
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Gauteng police have seized 95 kilograms of cocaine with an estimated street value of R28 million after intercepting a cargo shipment that arrived from Brazil at OR Tambo International Airport. The seizure was made on Friday, 31 July 2026, during an intelligence-driven operation involving the South African Police Service (SAPS), Customs officials, and Menzies Aviation personnel. The cargo arrived on a flight from São Paulo, Brazil, and was intercepted shortly after landing at about 1pm. No arrests have been made, and investigations are continuing to identify those responsible for the attempted smuggling operation.
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