Cape Town – A 39-year-old man was arrested at the South Africa-eSwatini border after being caught with R424,800 in cash, which he failed to declare as required by the Financial Intelligence Centre Act.
Border management officers discovered the money in a plastic bag during a search.
The Hawks’ Secunda serious commercial crimes unit took over the case after the man couldn’t explain the source of the funds.
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“Information was given to the Hawks’ Secunda serious commercial crimes investigation unit, who took over the crime scene. During interrogation, the suspect was asked about the money but couldn’t give a clear explanation.
“It was also discovered the money was not declared as per the Financial Intelligence Centre Act. He was arrested and charged with possession of suspected stolen property,” Hawks spokesperson Captain Dineo Sekgotodi said.
He has been charged with possession of suspected stolen property and will appear in court on Wednesday.
The Mpumalanga Hawks head praised the border authorities for their efforts.
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