The South African Police Service (SAPS) has arrested a 55-year-old Nigerian national for suspected drug trafficking shortly after he landed at OR Tambo International Airport from Saõ Paulo, Brazil.
SAPS spokesperson, Lieutenant Colonel, Amanda Van Wyk said the man was arrested on Tuesday, March 4, 2025 at the busy airport after he was allegedly found to have swallowed cocaine with an estimated street value of R7.5 million.
“The suspect had just landed from Saõ Paulo, Brazil when he was intercepted by police. A medical x-ray revealed that the mule had swallowed multiple objects suspected to be pellets containing cocaine,” said Van Wyk.
She added that the suspect is still releasing the bullets.
He is expected to appear in the Kempton Park Magistrates’ Court soon.