South African police, working with the Hawks, raided a farm in Groblersdal after receiving reports of suspicious activity. They discovered a massive drug manufacturing operation, seizing chemicals used to produce methamphetamine with a street value of $109.4 million.
Four individuals, including two Mexican nationals, were arrested. The farm owner was among those detained. Authorities are investigating further arrests.
This seizure is significant because of the involvement of Mexican citizens, making the investigation more challenging. The destination of the drugs, whether for the South African market or export, remains unclear.
The Mexican Ministry of Foreign Affairs is seeking information about the case from local authorities. The suspects will appear in court on Monday to face drug-related charges.
This seizure is part of ongoing efforts to combat drug production in South Africa. Police have shut down over 130 drug labs since 2019 and made thousands of drug-related arrests.
