While alcohol has been declared a banned substance under the National Disaster Management Act during the 21 days of lockdown, a number of outlets have continued to sell booze.
Since Friday, police in Enoch Mgijima Local Municipality (EMLM) have conducted sting raids on outlets in Mlungisi, Tarkastad and Lesseyton village where alcohol was seized and confiscated.
EMLM spokesperson Lonwabo Kowa said people should continue to report illegal sellers.
“It is regrettable that there are liquor traders who have opted to open their businesses while the nation is standing together fighting against the deadly coronavirus. We urge all responsible citizens to continue reporting such people to law enforcement agencies,” said Kowa.
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