Police in Beitbridge, Zimbabwe, arrested a 41-year-old man on May 22, 2026, for attempting to smuggle 48 boxes of drugs and substances across the border. The contraband was valued at approximately US$12,000, according to a statement from the Zimbabwe Republic Police.
The suspect was intercepted at the Beitbridge border post, a known hotspot for smuggling activities. Authorities have not yet released the specific type of drugs seized, but investigations are ongoing.
This arrest is part of a sustained crackdown on cross-border drug trafficking in the region. Police have urged the public to report any suspicious activities to help combat the vice.
