Members of the Nelspruit Flying Squad arrested a suspect and confiscated a substantial quantity of dagga following a high-speed chase along the N4 Highway on Thursday, 12 November 2026.
On the day in question, at approximately 18:30, members of the said Unit, were conducting patrols near the Kanyamazane off-ramp when they noticed a suspicious silver Suzuki (sedan) travelling from Matsulu towards Kanyamazane. The vehicle had no registration number plates fitted at the front and rear.
Members had their blue lights and siren on, in an attempt to stop the vehicle. However, the driver reportedly accelerated, resulting in a high-speed chase. Other members from Kanyamazane SAPS joined in, and the vehicle was eventually stopped at Tekwane North (Ma RR).
One male suspect, who was driving the vehicle, was apprehended. It was during the search when members discovered eight large compressed bags of dagga wrapped in brown plastic tape inside the vehicle. The suspect was charged for possession and dealing in dagga. The confiscated dagga weighed approximately 154,7 kilograms, with an estimated street value of R930 000.
The suspect is expected to appear in court soon.
Meanwhile the Provincial Commissioner of the SAPS in Mpumalanga, Lieutenant General Apaphia Modise, commended the members for their vigilance and swift response, which led to the arrest and recovery of the drugs.
Lieutenant General Modise further reiterated that the SAPS remains committed to intensifying operations aimed at disrupting drug trafficking networks and removing illegal substances from communities. The General urged members of the public to continue working with the Police by reporting suspicious activities and providing information that could assist in the fight against crime.