Limpopo Police Seize Bakkie Loaded With Illicit Cigarettes Worth R240 000

Police in Limpopo confiscated a Ford Ranger bakkie carrying illicit cigarettes valued at approximately R240 000 during an operation on Sterkfontein Road on Thursday.

Police Officers Act on Tip-Off About Suspicious Vehicle

Provincial spokesperson Colonel Malesela Ledwaba said members of the Mahwelereng Flying Squad were patrolling Mokopane CBD, Sebetiela Plaza, and Nyl Plaza when information came in about a vehicle allegedly transporting illicit cigarettes.

Shortly afterwards, officers spotted a white Ford Ranger matching the description.
The occupants abandoned the bakkie and fled into nearby bushes after realising police were behind them.

48 Boxes of Remington Gold Cigarettes Recovered

Officers searched the vehicle and found 48 master boxes of Remington Gold cigarettes, with an estimated street value of R240 000.
The Ford Ranger was seized as part of the ongoing investigation.

Police have launched a manhunt for the suspects.
Anyone with information is urged to contact Warrant Officer Resimate Ngobeni on 082 468 8936, the Crime Stop line at 08600 10111, or the MySAPS App.

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