Four foreign nationals have been arrested for allegedly manufacturing illicit alcoholic beverages worth over US$1 million.
The alcoholic include Bouncer Vodka, Kikoto Brandy, Challenger Gin, 8PM Whisky, Royal 69 Liquor, Sixer Banana Spirit and Ice Cane Spirit at a factory located along Brodie Avenue, Southerton.
In a statement, national police spokesperson Commissioner Paul Nyati, said the suspects were arrested this Wednesday.
“Forty-two workers were also arrested for operating without food handlers’ medical certificates and without appropriate protective clothing.
“The arrest led to the recovery of substantial quantities of ethanol, blended alcoholic products, bottling and packaging equipment, storage tanks and packaging materials.
“The total value of the seized equipment, products and raw materials is estimated to be over US$1 million.”
The Zimbabwe Republic Police warns individuals and companies against engaging in the unlawful manufacture, distribution and sale of foodstuffs and alcoholic beverages which do not meet statutory health and safety standards.
