Brazilian national arrested after being caught with cocaine worth R1.4m
JOHANNESBURG - A Brazilian national has been arrested after being caught with cocaine worth an estimated street value of R1.4 million strapped to his legs.
The 39-year-old at was intercepted by officers at OR Tambo International Airport on Friday, after arriving from São Paulo en route to Benin.
Police spokesperson Athlenda Mathe said the suspect was stopped during routine profiling, and a body search revealed the concealed drugs.
'He has been arrested and is expected to appear before the Kempton Park Magistrates Court on a charge of drug trafficking.'
Airports Company South Africa (ACSA) has commended the South African Police Service (SAPS) for its continued efforts in tackling drug smuggling through the country's ports of entry.
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