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Zimbabwean nationals caught with blasting cartridges & explosives

Three Zimbabwean nationals have been arrested after being found in possession of blasting cartridges and explosives in Benoni.

Ekurhuleni Metro Police tried to stop the suspects but they refused and a chase ensued.

Their car lost control and smashed into a steel road barrier.

They then abandoned the car and ran into a nearby field where they were nabbed.

Police found 11 blasting cartridges and 25 capped fuses hidden under a jacket.

After being interrogated, the suspects confirmed they have more explosives at their residence.

When police arrived at the address, they found 341 blasting cartridges in a plastic bag.

The police searched another property and found 316 capped fuses concealed in white maize meal bags.

The suspects, including a 20-year-old woman, are facing charges of possession of explosives.

They could also face other charges under the Migrations Act.

They will appear in court soon.

Source: eNCA

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