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Recent incidents involving law enforcement in South Africa have raised alarm over corruption issues within the police force.
Sergeant Charged with Drug Offenses
This week, a 41-year-old sergeant from the Free State anti-gang unit was re-arrested along with a female counterpart for allegedly possessing mandrax tablets.
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On May 11, 2023, the Hawks executed a search warrant at his residence in Hennenman, discovering 14 mandrax tablets. Although the suspects were initially released pending forensic results, they now face updated charges.
“While justice may sometimes appear delayed, we will ensure accountability,” stated Brigadier Sophie Hange, the Acting Head of the Hawks in the Free State. Both accused individuals are due to appear in the Hennenman Magistrate’s Court on January 15, 2025.
Officer Charged with Cattle Theft
In a separate case, Sergeant Andile Matantala from the stock theft unit in Alice was brought before the Queenstown Magistrate’s Court, confronting charges of fraud and theft.
The charges stem from a 2021 incident where Matantala allegedly seized four cows under fraudulent pretenses. Despite the owner providing proof of purchase, the cattle were taken, never returned, and were later given to one of Matantala’s acquaintances.
Hawks’ investigations revealed that the cows had been recorded at a municipal pound but were illegally released the following day. Matantala was arrested on December 18, 2024.
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