In a significant bust, three suspected credit card fraudsters have been arrested while spending thousands on expensive liquor at Makro Springfield, KwaZulu-Natal. The arrests came during a joint operation conducted by the KZN police, Fidelity’s Specialised Intervention Unit, and Sydenham SAPS Trio Crimes, along with SAPS CI eThekwini Outer North.

The suspects are believed to be part of a credit card fraud scheme in which control of victims’ accounts is gained through illegal card swaps. Over the past two months, authorities estimate that over R1 million has been siphoned from multiple accounts linked to the scam.

Investigations are ongoing, and more arrests are expected as law enforcement continues to crack down on the syndicate behind these fraudulent activities. The operation highlights the collaborative efforts of security forces in tackling organized financial crime in the region.