By Obakeng Maje

Kopfontein-North West police arrested a Namibian national after he was found in possession of illicit cigarettes worth R1 320 000 in Kopfontein Border.

A 41 year-old man was allegedly trying to smuggle fake cigarettes in the country.

“On Saturday police search a truck at Kopfontein Border and discovered illicit cigarettes worth more than a R1m hidden in a truck.” Captain Pelonomi Makau said.

Police search a truck and discover false compartment inside the trailor.

“A total of 243 master cases(boxes) of illicit cigarettes were discovered” Makau said.

According to police, a suspect has been arrested for the same offence last year December and he was on bail.

A 41 year-old man will appear before Lehurutshe Magistrate Court tomorrow.

Police said he will be charged with Contravention of Customs and Execise Act and Smuggling.

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