By Daniel Itai, Ekhurhuleni, South Africa.
(News of The South) – Ten security guards working at OR Tambo International Airport in Kempton Park have been apprehended for being in possession of stolen alcohol and other beverages.
The stolen alcohol was allegedly wrapped in blankets and thrown over the airport’s fence. Damaged fencing was identified in an area where the alcohol was found during perimeter inspections.
“This is Africa’s largest airport and South Africa’s premier point of entry. We are very much aware of our responsibility to provide not only a safe environment but also to enhance South Africa’s reputation among visitors.
We are particularly grateful for the additional members provided by the police at this busy time when resources are stretched.
Our partners among the airlines, ground handling companies, law enforcement agencies and other stakeholders are also collaborating extensively with airport management to ensure a successful holiday season,” said Betty Maloka, who is the Corporate Affairs Senior Manager at the airport.
Extra precautionary messures have since been put into place. Baggage wagons and other vehicles being used at airside are being randomly stopped with drivers subject to questioning and inspections carried out.
Staff with permits to work on the airside are not only subject to random stop and searches but are also subject to intensified searches at access points, both entering and leaving access-controlled areas.
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