South African Police say they have arrested three Zimbabweans, who were found in possession of blasting cartridges and explosives.
In a tweet, SAP said, “Intell driven sting op leads to the arrest of alleged supplier of explosives to illegal miners. 2 Suspects, a man and a woman were arrested in Putfontein on 10/08. #SAPS seized the explosives as well as their vehicle.”
According to eNCA, the three were drove away when they were stopped by the police. The driver of the vehicle which was being used by the suspects lost control of the car and crashed onto a barrier.
Police claim that they fled on foot but were apprehended by police.
The suspects are expected to appear in court soon.
Thousands of foreigners are believed to be engaged in illegal mining in South Africa in disused mines. Most of them are from Lesotho and Zimbabwe.