Three suspects, aged between 37 and 48, were arrested by the Ekurhuleni Metro Police at OR Tambo International Airport after attempting to defraud a tourist.
The suspects allegedly posed as security personnel and demanded money from the tourist to use the toilet at Engen Sky Stop.
It is said that they fled when the police arrived but were quickly caught.
Police seized two card readers, radios, safety helmets, a suspected fake name badge, illegal license plates and other items believed to be used in the scam.
The Suzuki Ciaz car that is said to be used in this incident has also been kept by the police.
The suspects are expected to appear at the Kempton Park Magistrate’s Court on charges related to impersonation, fraud and possession of suspected illegal equipment.