WC Hawks boss Solomon Makgato appointed as acting head for SAPS crime intelligence division

JOHANNESBURG - Western Cape Hawks boss Solomon Makgato has been appointed as the acting head of the South African Police Service (SAPS)’s crime intelligence division.

His appointment follows the arrest of current divisional commander Dumisani Khumalo.

Khumalo, along with six other SAPS members, are facing several fraud and corruption charges for allegedly engineering the hiring of an inexperienced 30-year-old officer to a senior position within crime intelligence.

At a media briefing on Wednesday, National Police Commissioner Fannie Masemola announced Makgatho would lead the intelligence division pending the outcomes of internal disciplinary processes.

“He brings to this position a wealth of experience and knowledge in the intelligence and detective space with 36 years’ service in both environments. He holds a B-Tech degree in Policing as well as a National Diploma in Police Administration. We have full confidence in Major General Makgato, and we trust that his leadership will enhance efficiency and maintain stability with crime intelligence.”