The Border Management Authority (BMA) officials have arrested a 39-year-old South African man at the Oshoek border gate, while he was attempting to cross to eSwatini with suspected stolen cash of R424 800.
Officials said the money was found in a black plastic bag, and the suspect failed to explain how he got hold of the money.
“The money was seized, and the suspect was charged with contravening the Financial Intelligence Centre Act (FICA) No. 38 of 2001, Section 54, which relates to the reporting of large cash transactions.
Additionally, the suspect violated the Customs and Excise Act No. 91 of 1964, Section 15, which governs the proper declaration of goods and currency crossing borders.
The suspect attempted to bribe the BMA Border Guards, but they acted swiftly with diligence, ensuring that the suspect and the cash were handed over to the Hawks for further investigation,” said BMA spokesperson, Mmemme Mogotsi.
