The South African Police Service in Tshwane successfully recovered a Freightliner truck transporting medicine valued at approximately R2.5 million, after it was hijacked in the Wierdabrug policing area on Friday, 21 November 2025, at around 08:00.
Following the hijacking, the truck’s tracking system was immediately activated and the information circulated to SAPS units and surrounding police stations. A coordinated tracking effort was launched, and at approximately 11:00 the truck was located in Monument Road, Mnandi, within the Olievenhoutbosch policing precinct.
Police members found and arrested a suspect in the truck, and confirmed that the cargo of Codeine medication remained intact. Crime Scene Management was called to process the scene and collect evidence for further investigation and court purposes.
District Commissioner Major-General Samuel Thine commended the team for their swift response and emphasized the importance of integrated collaboration between SAPS and various stakeholders in combatting crime.
