The Overstrand Municipality seized abalone worth millions, in just four days, from the 17th – 21st of December 2024.
The abalone was recovered through patrols in the Gansbaai area.
During these operations, significant quantities of abandoned abalone, was found buried in the dunes and sand.
• 17 December: Romansbaai – 26 abalone & 2 alikreukel
• 18 December: Gansbaai – 20 abalone & 4 alikreukel
. On 20 December, five abandoned West Coast Rock Lobster were found in Onrus
• 21 December: De Kelders – 285 abalone
• 21 December: Perlemoenbaai – 536 abalone
A police operation on the R43 near Hermanus, found 5 299 abalone, hidden under black sheets, with an estimated value of R2 428 266.
The arrested suspects are expected to face charges related to the illegal possession and transportation of abalone, as well as reckless and negligent driving.