Police arrest suspect in possession of 150 live venomous scorpions at Cape Town International Airport

13 June 2026 | From Arrive Alive


An intelligence driven operation between Kuilsriver Stock Theft and Endangered Species Unit and Cape Nature, led to the arrest of a 28-year-old man on Friday, 12 June 2026, for the possession of venomous scorpions.

The members responded to information they received about a person who is in possession of scorpions at the Cape Town International Airport. A description of the suspect was obtained and the suspect was apprehended. His luggage bags were searched and 150 live scorpions were found between his clothing. He was arrested under the Nature and Environmental Ordinance Act, being in possession of a wild animal. The value of the scorpions is yet to be determined. The scorpions were transported to a haven for safe keeping.

He is due to appear in the Bellville Magistrates’ court on Monday, 15 June 2026. NP

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