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Media Statement
NORTH WEST – This week, the South African Police Service (SAPS) seized illicit cigarettes worth R4.5 million during a takedown operation in Brits, North West. Three Bangladeshi nationals were also arrested for contravening the Immigration Act. The operation was led by the National Counterfeit Goods Unit, with support from Crime Intelligence and the South African Revenue Service (SARS). A multi-disciplinary team, comprising SAPS members from various specialised units, including the National Intervention Unit (NIU), Tactical Response Team (TRT), K9 Unit, Rapid Rail Police Unit, and Flying Squad deployed in North West as part of OPERATION VALA UMGODI also formed part of the operation. While primarily focused on combating illicit mining, these members also target other criminal activities within the provinces.
SAPS remains committed to dismantling the illegal trade of counterfeit and illicit goods, which pose risks to consumers, harm legitimate businesses, and undermine the country’s economy.
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