Counterfeit goods worth millions recovered at Lebombo Port of Entry

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Counterfeit goods to the value of more than R1.5 million was recovered by members of the police service border policing and South African revenue services at Lebombo Port of Entry on Tuesday.

It is alleged that the Mozambican articulated Freightliner truck valued at about R2 million tried to gain entry into the Republic of South Africa with the counterfeit luggage of Jeans and sneakers which is worth around R1 503 000 prior to being intercepted by law enforcement agencies.

According to police spokesperson Brigadier Selvy Mohlala, the driver somehow got away, leaving behind the truck with the luggage.

“Both the truck and the luggage were confiscated and further investigation is being conducted in conjunction with Interpol to trace the owners of the truck as well as those who were behind the smuggling of the goods”.

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Brig Mohlala urged the public to assist with information that may assist in the investigation including details on the whereabouts of the driver who evaded the arrest.

Meanwhile, Mpumalanga police commissioner, lieutenant general Semakaleng Daphney Manamela commended the law enforcers that brought about this success.

“Day by day criminals try their luck to cripple the economy of the republic, however thanks to the dedication displayed by members.

“We therefore reassure the public that we will continue to clampdown on illicit operations,” said Manamela.