Police in South Africa uncovered an industrial-scale meth manufacturing lab and arrested four suspects including two Mexicans. In a statement on Saturday (July 20) the police said that a lab was discovered on a farm in Groblersdal, a small town in Limpopo province.

Police in South Africa uncovered an industrial-scale meth manufacturing lab and arrested four suspects including two Mexicans. In a statement on Saturday (July 20) the police said that a lab was discovered on a farm in Groblersdal, a small town in Limpopo province. Officers of the elite Haws (an elite police unit) found large quantities of chemicals used in the manufacturing of illicit drugs including acetone and crystal meth, with an estimated street value of $109.5 million (around 2 billion rand), the police said. One of the biggest-ever drug seizures This was one of the biggest-ever drug seizures in South Africa. Hawks spokesperson Katlego Mogale said that what made this seizure different from others was the involvement of Mexican citizens. Also read | Germany's biggest cocaine bust ever: Authorities seize drugs worth $2.78 billion "It means that our task has just become very difficult," Mogale told the news agency Reuters. She added it was not clear whether the suspects were manufacturing drugs to distribute within the country or elsewhere. The police, meanwhile, said that as the investigation continued, the arrested suspects would make their first court appearance on Monday on charges of manufacturing, dealing, and possession of illicit drugs South Africa: A major drug transit nation According to the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC), South Africa is a major drug transit country due to its geography and international trade links, and also a growing market for synthetic drugs. In a report published last year, the UNODC said that Methamphetamine trafficking in particular had been on the rise in Africa. (With inputs from agencies)

Police in South Africa uncover industrial-scale meth lab, arrest four suspects

A disturbing video of police brutality has surfaced in South Africa, wherein, a group of armed men now confirmed police officers attached to VIP protection unit for deputy president of the country are seen dragging and beating three unarmed civilians on the side of the road. the video has sparked off massive public outrage.

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Gauteng police have discovered the bodies of 21 alleged illegal miners in Krugersdorp, west of Johannesburg in two separate days.&nbsp;

Officers were alerted at 3 pm on Wednesday that the zama zamas' bodies had been found in one of the active mines in the area. Upon arrival, police confirmed that 19 bodies have been discovered. On Thursday another two bodies were discovered, taking the number to 21.

"Preliminary investigations suggest that the deceased were moved and placed where they were discovered. No foul play is suspected and a post-mortem will determine the course of death," Police spokesperson Brigadier Brenda Muridili said in a statement.

The area is notorious for illegal mining.

In July, Police Minister Bheki Cele sent a joint team of law enforcement officials to Krugersdorp to crack down on illegal mining after eight women, part of the music video crew, were ganged by illegal miners.

"All the necessary role players were summoned to the scene. An inquest docket has been registered for further investigation" Brigadier Muridili confirmed.

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Gauteng police have discovered the bodies of 21 alleged illegal miners in Krugersdorp, west of Johannesburg in two separate days. Officers were alerted at 3 pm on Wednesday that the zama zamas' bodies had been found in one of the active mines in the area.

Gauteng police have discovered the bodies of 21 alleged illegal miners in Krugersdorp, west of Johannesburg in two separate days. Officers were alerted at 3 pm on Wednesday that the zama zamas' bodies had been found in one of the active mines in the area. Upon arrival, police confirmed that 19 bodies have been discovered. On Thursday another two bodies were discovered, taking the number to 21. "Preliminary investigations suggest that the deceased were moved and placed where they were discovered. No foul play is suspected and a post-mortem will determine the course of death," Police spokesperson Brigadier Brenda Muridili said in a statement. The area is notorious for illegal mining. In July, Police Minister Bheki Cele sent a joint team of law enforcement officials to Krugersdorp to crack down on illegal mining after eight women, part of the music video crew, were ganged by illegal miners. "All the necessary role players were summoned to the scene. An inquest docket has been registered for further investigation" Brigadier Muridili confirmed. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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Police in South Africa uncover industrial-scale meth lab, arrest four suspects

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South Africa police find 19 bodies of suspected illegal miners