The Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) has confirmed the arrest of three suspects following an attempted gold smuggling case involving a Toyota Prado Land Cruiser.
According to police spokesperson Paul Nyati, the breakthrough came after a crucial lead. “The ZRP confirms that a tip was received on 19/08/25 that gold was about to be smuggled out of the country whilst hidden in a Toyota Prado Land Cruiser vehicle,” read part of the police statement.
Detectives from the CID Minerals, Flora and Fauna Unit swiftly tracked the vehicle, intercepting it and apprehending the suspects. The operation led to the recovery of 15.7 kilogrammes of gold valued at US$1,568,860.00.
The seized gold has since been secured at Fidelity Gold Refinery in Msasa. Police confirmed that investigations into the matter are ongoing.
Authorities have reiterated their commitment to clamping down on illicit mineral dealings, warning syndicates that Zimbabwe’s borders will not be used as conduits for illegal gold smuggling.
