Hawks Bust R20 Million Drug Lab In Standerton, Arrest 6 Suspects

The Hawks have uncovered a secret drug lab worth over R20 million in the Standerton industrial area in Mpumalanga.

In a statement, the Directorate for Priority Crimes Investigation confirmed the discovery of the lab, packed with chemicals and equipment, during a raid on Friday.

Six suspects, aged between 19 and 60 - all believed to be Mozambican nationals - were arrested at a warehouse.

A fourth individual, believed to be their employer, was also taken into custody following further investigations.

The bust was carried out by the Hawks' Secunda-based Serious Organised Crime Investigation unit.