Accurate instinct of members while conducting patrols resulted in the recovery of abalone with an estimated street value of more than R500 000-00 and the arrest of a 41-year-old male
On 5 August 2024 at about 18:00 members attached to the Grahamstown Highway Patrol and Grahamstown Crime Prevention Unit were patrolling along the N2 when they noticed a white NP300 bakkie passing them in the opposite direction at a high speed.
The members became suspicious and instinctively gave chase. While chasing near Lothians Gravel Road, the vehicle suddenly stopped, and the driver (only occupant) got out and started to run. Police ran after the suspect (41) and managed to arrest him.
Upon searching the vehicle, members found and confiscated 13 661 units of abalone together with the Nissan NP300 LDV as it was used in the commission of a crime.
The suspect is due to appear before the Grahamstown Magistrate Court on charges of possession of abalone.
The Sarah Baartman District Commissioner, Major General Zolani Xawuka, applauded members for their vigilance, outstanding commitment, and dedication that led to the arrest and confiscation of a number of abalone units.
Abalone with an estimated street value of more than R500 000 confiscated https://t.co/lD7KkbsakZ#ArriveAlive #Abalone @SAPoliceService @TruckAndFreight pic.twitter.com/yDvDX9G3OO
– Arrive Alive (@_ArriveAlive) August 7, 2024
