POLICE and other security forces have intensified patrols
along the Limpopo River to curb cases of border jumping and smuggling between
Zimbabwe and South Africa.
National police spokesperson Assistant Commissioner Paul
Nyathi warned those involved in criminal activities along the border that their
days are numbered.
He said recently four vehicles laden with goods worth
thousands of rand were intercepted along the border. Asst Comm Nyathi said the
smuggled goods include food items, washing powder and diapers.
“We are busy on the ground and have increased patrols with
the assistance of other security forces. Recently we intercepted four vehicles
with smuggled goods with a combined import duty of $157 238.
“Two vehicles, a Dyna Truck and a Toyota Hiace being driven
by two Beitbridge men were intercepted at Panda Mine area while two others were
intercepted on the Limpopo River banks. The names of the suspects will be
released in due course,” he said.
Asst Comm Nyathi said the patrol teams were employing a
number of strategies to ensure there is full compliance with the laws.
He said most criminals were using illegal crossing points
taking advantage of the dry river bed. Chronicle
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