Top South african Police Officials Accused of Corruption – Urgent Suspension Demanded
JOHANNESBURG – A major corruption scandal is rocking the South African Police Service (SAPS) with calls for the immediate suspension of seven senior officials, including the head of crime intelligence, Lt-Gen Dumisani Khumalo.The demand comes from Forensics for Justice, a legal advocacy group, who allege the officials are actively undermining the fight against serious crime in the country [[1]].Key Developments:
High-Profile Arrests: Lt-Gen Khumalo, along with crime intelligence CFO Philani Lushaba, Brig Dineo Mokwele, Maj-Gen Josias Lekalakala, Maj-Gen Nosipho Precious Madondo, Maj-Gen Zwelithini Gabela, and Brig phindile Ncube appeared in the Pretoria regional court on Friday. All were released on bail except Lushaba.
Formal suspension Demand: Forensics for Justice, through their legal portrayal darryl Furman & associates, issued a letter to Police Commissioner Gen Fannie Masemola on July 1st, demanding the suspension of the accused officers. The firm had previously given Masemola until June 30th to act.
allegations of Systemic Corruption: The group claims Crime Intelligence has been compromised for at least two decades, effectively being “led by criminals.” They fear the accused officials, if not suspended, will obstruct justice and continue illicit activities.
Public Accountability: Forensics for Justice emphasizes the public’s right to know how the accounting officer of the SAPS will address these serious allegations.
This is a developing story. world-today-news.com will continue to provide updates as they become available.
Keywords: south Africa, SAPS, Corruption, Crime Intelligence, Police Scandal, Forensics for Justice, Fannie Masemola, Dumisani Khumalo.
