Police in KwaZulu-Natal have recovered stolen copper cables worth approximately R20 million at a scrapyard on Martin Drive in Queensburgh on Wednesday, 04 September 2024.
Police gathered intelligence on Tuesday about illegal activities which were happening at the scrapyard and an operation, spearheaded by the Public Order Policing was planned. On Wednesday morning, the operation, which also involved members of the Hawks, was executed and large amount of copper was found. The eThekwini Municipality officials confirmed that the bulk of the stolen copper recovered belong to the municipality.
A 59-year-old man who identified himself as the manager of the scrapyard was detained and after processing he will be presented before court.
Source: South African Police Service