National Police Commissioner, Fannie Masemola has applauded the police stationed at OR Tambo international airport for their R6 million drug bust.

Police pounced on an illicit Crystal Meth consignment at a warehouse at OR Tambo International Airport.

The drugs were stashed inside a pool table destined for Australia.

“Police at OR Tambo International Airport continue to intercept drug traffickers and large consignment of drugs almost every week – their vigilance and dedication is applauded. These drug busts should continue to send a stern warning to all drug traffickers and drug cartels that police are on high alert at Africa’s largest port of entry,” says police spokesperson Athlenda Mathe.

#sapsHQ A crime intelligence driven operation led to the discovery and confiscation of R6 million worth of crystal meth. The drugs were found hidden in a wooden snooker pool table that was destined for import at a warehouse at OR Tambo International Airport.

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— SA Police Service 🇿🇦 (@SAPoliceService) December 14, 2024