Two foreign nationals arrested for the unlawful possession of explosives following an intell-driven operation in Randfontein

Two foreign nationals, a Mozambican man and a Zimbabwean woman, have been arrested for the unlawful possession of explosives following an intell driven op in Randfontein on Thursday, 15/10.
The multidisciplinary operation, involving #SAPS Crime Intelligence, the National Intervention Unit, Fidelity Specialised Services and other role players, resulted in the recovery of detonating cords, blasting cartridges, connector-capped fuses, mercury liquid, four cellphones and cash. The recovered explosives are estimated to have a street value of approximately R70 000. The suspects will appear in court soon.
Two foreign nationals arrested for the unlawful possession of explosives following an intel-driven operation in Randfontein https://t.co/lbL1lwXNvM #ArriveAlive #Explosives @SAPoliceService https://t.co/Ej8kiLAaoL
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