Three SAPS officers arrested after allegedly robbing a motorist and fleeing
The officers are reported to have stopped a vehicle in the Free State and ordered the driver to step out, but when he refused to do so, they followed him to a local garage where they grabbed his cellphone before speeding off.
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CAPE TOWN - Three police officers have been arrested after they allegedly robbed a motorist at a filling station in the Free State.
The officers are reported to have stopped a vehicle and ordered the driver to step out, but when he refused to do so, they followed him to a local garage where they grabbed his cell phone before speeding off.
The incident took place earlier in July and circulated on social media.
The South African Police Service (SAPS) in Welkom tracked the three suspects to Gauteng where they were arrested.
Police Commissioner, General Fannie Masemola condemned the incident and welcomed the arrests.
SAPS spokesperson Athlenda Mathe:
“He has also directed that internal departmental disciplinary proceedings be expedited. He has assured our communities that the SAPS does not condone acts of criminality and corruption within our ranks, assuring communities that we will continue to deal decisively with those who do not abide by the SAPS code of conduct, without fear or favour.”