COCAINE COAST: How Western Cape ‘murder-at-sea’ cocaine case links to ‘Big Five base’ in Gauteng (opens original article in a new tab)

A R252-million cocaine consignment was intercepted off the Western Cape coast in July 2024, linked to drug trafficking in Gauteng, with one accused admitting to retrieving the drugs and alleging a murder at sea.

• A R252-million cocaine consignment was intercepted in Still Bay, Western Cape, in July 2024.
• Alan Bushby, one of the accused, admitted to retrieving cocaine and alleged a murder at sea involving a shot and dumped body.
• The case connects to drug trafficking in Gauteng, with suspects arrested across South Africa and links to the 'Big Five' cartel allegations.