Law breakers have no place in SAPS, says WC top cop Patekile
This follows the arrest of a 38-year-old constable stationed at the Maitland 10111 call centre.
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CAPE TOWN - Western Cape Police Commissioner Thembisile Patekile has stressed that offenders of the law have no place in the South African Police Service (SAPS).
This follows the arrest of a 38-year-old constable stationed at the Maitland 10111 call centre.
The police official, nabbed on Wednesday, was found in possession of a prohibited firearm, ammunition and drugs.
Once charged, the officer will appear in the Khayelitsha Magistrates Court.
The police's Joseph Swartbooi: "In an intelligence-driven operation, police members of Khayelitsha Tactical Response Team (TRT) pursued information and proceeded to a residence in Mandela Park on Wednesday 09 October 2024. The targeted operation saw the forces descending on the property in Kumande Bali Street at around 06:10. Upon entering the premises they searched the occupant, and the premises, confiscating a 9mm pistol with ammunition and six ecstasy tablets, which resulted in the detention of the 38-year-old constable."