Nigerian Man Arrested at South African Airport for Smuggling Cocaine Pellets in Stomach
The South African Police Service (SAPS) has arrested a 55-year-old Nigerian national for suspected drug trafficking shortly after he arrived at OR Tambo International Airport from São Paulo, Brazil.
SAPS spokesperson, Lieutenant Colonel Amanda Van Wyk, stated that 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 further stated that the suspect is still in possession of the bullets.
He is set to appear in the Kempton Park Magistrates’ Court soon.
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