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On pages four and five read about the Minister’s Welcoming Parade, hosted by the National Commissioner, General KJ Sitole,

which took place at the SAPS Academy tshwane to officially welcome the Minister of Police, Mr BH Cele, MP.

Pages six and seven are dedicated to an in-depth look at how to protect yourself against becoming a victim of identity theft or online scams.

South Africans recently commemorated Human Rights Day under the theme: The year of Nelson Rolihlahla Mandela: “Promoting and deepening a human rights culture across society”. On page eight, you can read how the SAPS is promoting human rights in relation to our operational matters. We have introduced our Enhanced Public Order Police (POP) Reserve Units to respond to the urgent need of protecting our communities by ensuring that there is increased police visibility. With state-of-the-art equipment such as new Nyalas, water cannons, vehicles, video cameras and protective gear, our members can effectively perform their duties in terms of crowd management and public order policing throughout the country.

The National Commissioner and top management of the South African Police

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Service have condemned the recent attack on and murder of our members at Engcobo Police Station in the Eastern Cape.

Read on pages 10 and 11 how the safety and well-being of all employees of the SAPS, including support members, must receive priority attention. All divisional and provincial commissioners and cluster, station and unit commanders are to ensure that the commanders and supervisors under their command immediately implement stricter measures to effectively control the access to police buildings and premises during and after working hours. Following that, is a checklist for on and off-duty parades (Standing Order (G) 256) which must be completed by the Relief Commander at all parades.

On page 13 we have a captivating account of how an off-duty police officer, Captain Maqabe, saved the life of a man who was hijacked on the N12 highway and brutally stabbed several times. The man’s wife said that he stood bleeding without shoes or a shirt in the middle of the road and nobody stopped, until Captain Maqabe came along and immediately assisted her husband. He took him to the Life Healthcare Parklands in Springs and kept her in constant contact with her husband.

In Flash News you can read about Head Office’s ORS Division doing a great deed and taking water to their colleagues in Cape Town.

Enjoy this edition of your magazine.

02 National commissioner’s message

03 Police Officers coached for Security Diplomatic missions

04 minister cele rallies his troops

06 Protect yourself from online fraud

08 SaPS unveils POP reservists Units

09 STF care for the needy

10 Police Safety

12 SaPS honours members for long service 14 EhW - Tobacco threatens us all

16 Flash News

18 Introspection Workshop

20 Viva Fitness

21 missing Persons

22 Wanted Persons

Major General Sally de Beer

the SApS pays tribute to members who lost their lives in the line of duty.

Roll of HoNoUr

A marbled sculpture shall rise to their memory, engraved stone shall bear record of their deeds, and their remembrance shall be as lasting as the land they honoured.

PErSAl Nr rANKSUrNAME & iNitiAlS

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7024815-0 Sgt NQUlUNGA Si Gauteng 2017-11-23 murder

0491946-7 WO MbiNi Z Eastern cape 2018-02-21 murder

7161176-2 Const NtSHeKU ZN Eastern cape 2018-02-21 murder

7220129-1 Const MAtetA K Eastern cape 2018-02-21 murder

7207423-0 Const poNGco N Eastern cape 2018-02-21 murder

7104239-3 Const SANdlANA S Eastern cape 2018-02-21 murder

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bAcK to bASicS toWArdS A SAfer toMorroW#crimeMustfall

NAtiONAl COMMiSSiONEr’S MESSAGE

GeNerAl KHeHlA Sitole

South Africans across the length and breadth of our country, have recently commemorated

Human rights day with the theme: the Year of Nelson rolihlahla Mandela: ‘Promoting and deepening a human rights culture across society’. the commemorations provided us as members of the South African Police Service, with the opportunity to reflect on the role we have played in promoting human rights among communities.

The day is annually commemorated in paying homage to

the 69 victims who died in 1960 in Sharpeville and Langa,

in pursuit of the democracy we enjoy today. We are satisfied

that there have been no incidents of unruly behaviour at

these commemorations, and it is proof that South africans

have come to appreciate the value of human rights.

In relation to our operational matters as the SaPS, we have

the interpol National Central Bureau, in cooperation with the Human resource development division,

facilitated a three-week intensive international liaison Officers’ Course for police officers who will be deployed to various countries.

a total of 19 police officers were nominated from nine provinces, head Office and the crime Intelligence Division to receive training in an International Liaison Officers’ course. The course took place at the Interpol National central Bureau in Pretoria, from 5 to 23 march 2018.

according to colonel Joseph Baloyi, the acting Section head of the Interpol National central Bureau in Pretoria, the purpose of the course was to educate members on how to effectively perform various functions during their diplomatic posting. The postings take place over a period of four years.he said that members would be deployed to deal with transnational crimes that can have a negative impact on South africa, and to minimise such threats. he added that they were also trained on what to do and not to do during their deployment to various countries.

colonel Thulebona Sibisi, the trainees’ representative, indicated that the training had equipped them with the necessary skills for their work and to deal with the challenges before their deployment.

he also emphasised that they had benefited from the vast knowledge of the course facilitators. The facilitators are from various SaPS’s divisions, the Department of Justice and constitutional Development, the DPcI, the Department of home affairs and the Department of International relations and cooperation. “We will never let you down. We will go out there

recently introduced our Enhanced Public Order Police (POPs)

reserve Unit to respond to the urgent need of protecting

our communities by ensuring that there is increased police

visibility. We are doing this to further enhance our response

capacity to public violence and crowd management. We

took a decision as the leadership to launch these national

reserve units under the Operational response Units, which

can be deployed within the boundaries of South africa, as

the need arises.

We have committed to strengthening and capacitating the

existing Public Order Policing Units throughout the country.

We have also unveiled state-of-the-art equipment such

as new Nyalas, water cannons, vehicles, video cameras

and protective gear. We have acquired this equipment to

enable our members to effectively perform their duties of

crowd management and public order policing throughout

the country. We do acknowledge that people have the right

to protest, but we are concerned about sporadic incidents

of violence at these protests. It should always be done

peacefully and within the ambit of the law.

These units do not only focus on South africa, but will also

support the work of the missions of the Southern african

Development community (SaDc) and the South african

regional Police chiefs cooperation Organisation (SarPPcO)

on the continent, when necessary. The introduction of these

units emanates from the Farlam commission’s findings that

we needed to enhance our model of policing. currently the

POP is active in KwaZulu-Natal, Gauteng, mpumalanga and

the Western cape.

Our turnaround strategy requires all of us to work hard

and strive toward the creation of a safer and secure

environment. The strategy is steeped in our theme ‘On

a journey toward a safer South africa” and we should

all march, encouraged by this vision. Speaking at the

launch, Police minister Bheki cele said: “These units are

at the coalface of communities and when you interact

with communities, remember to respect and uphold

the constitution, and inspire confidence”. It is therefore

necessary to remind our men and women in blue to always

act within the ambit of the law and respect the Police’s code

of conduct.

POliCE OFFiCErS COACHEd FOr SecUritY diploMAtic MiSSioNS

to represent our country as true patriots. We promise that the knowledge we gained, will be used optimally, not only to enhance diplomacy but even in our working environment”, said colonel Sibisi.

at the closing banquet for the course, the Deputy National commissioner for management advisory Services, Lieutenant General Sandile mfazi, told members to be mindful of the training they had received and to perform all their duties with a diplomatic demeanour, professionalism and responsibility, irrespective of any situation they might find themselves in.

“You must seek to identify the best practices in policing and on your return, you must plough back the global expertise that you gained. The areas of weakness that are being exploited by transnational criminal networks, must be identified and we must ensure that measures are implemented to mitigate and put a halt to those threats”, said Lieutenant General mfazi. he also reminded members to identify trends and types of crime that have a negative impact on the country. “as a police attaché, you will be requested to identify and address all types of crime that have a negative impact on South africa. These trends need to be identified and reported timeously so that the SaPS can redirect resources to address any emerging risks”, he said.

he congratulated the trainees for successfully completing the International Liaison course and passing the diplomatic examination, and also took the time to thank the family members of the trainees for their support. “I congratulate you on successfully completing the training and I wish you the best in the new career you have chosen. may all of you have a smooth and easy transition to the countries you have been nominated to, and may you fly the flags of South africa and the SaPS high”, said Lieutenant General mfazi.

Members completed international liaison Officers Course and ready for the deployment to various countries.

By Captain Vincent Mukhathi Photographs by WO Anne Magakoe

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the Minister of Police, Mr Bheki Cele MP, has rallied members of the South African Police Service (SAPS) to

offer good service to the country by respecting the Code of Conduct. He was speaking to more than 1 000 police members from various units at the Minister’s Welcoming Parade held at the tshwane SAPS Academy in Pretoria West.

addressing members on parade and in attendance minister cele said the time of criminals terrorising communities, has come to an end.

“It is our duty to make sure that the people in this country can walk freely in the streets, sleep easy and safely in their homes. I will accompany you to those so-called hotspots and we will squeeze them out. Their time of tormenting society, is over, and we must be resolute in arresting them”, the minister said.

he added that the SaPS must be a beacon of hope to the South african communities and that the men and women in blue needed to strive at achieving excellence. “This is an organisation of excellence … we must not accommodate those among us who want to help criminals to perpetuate crime. We must not fall and kneel in front of criminals”, he said.

he further mentioned that it was important to increase police morale, as the police were an asset to the people of South africa.

Introducing the minister before his address, the National commissioner of the SaPS, General Khehla Sitole, honoured minister cele’s contribution from 2009 to 2011, while still the National commissioner himself. “he has been in this environment himself for years, starting from his time as the mEc for Safety and Liaison in KZN. his passion for policing is well documented and we welcome him back”, said Sitole.

In line with the SaPS’s turnaround strategy and based on the theme: ‘a journey to a safer South africa’, General Sitole urged members to march with this vision and ensure that they break down criminal syndicates. he said he was disheartened by the Nqcobo incident in the Eastern cape, and it was people such as the ones who committed those horrible murders, who are undermining policing. he added that the SaPS has a succession plan in which the Deputy

Minister Cele By WO Percy Sepaela Photographs by WO Theo van Wyk

rAllieS HiS troopS for tHe tASK AHeAd

National commissioners (DNcs) will be rotated to other environments within the organisation to have an opportunity to become familiar with all divisions of the SaPS.

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protect YoUrSelf froM ONliNE FrAUd, SCAMS ANd idENtitY tHEFtCompiled by Lt Col Erica Holtzhausen The input provided by Capt Mawisa of King William’s Town Police Station, is acknowledged

While no one can completely prevent it, there are many things you can do to protect

yourself from online fraud and identity theft.

What is identity theft and identity fraud?

Identity theft and identity fraud are terms used to refer to all types of crime in which someone wrongfully obtains and uses another person’s personal data in some way that involves fraud or deception, typically for economic gain.how does identity fraud take place?If you have ever received an email from a friend claiming to be stranded overseas and in need of money to return home, or if you have received emails from banks or other financial sites that appeared official, in which you were asked to provide them with your account number or other personal information, you have probably been targeted for online fraud. here are a few of the most common examples of identity fraud:

phishing

Those suspicious emails you receive that inform you that you have won a contest, or that the company needs to verify personal information, are examples of phishing – an attempt to convince you to share your personal information like your username, passwords, and bank or credit card account numbers. many of these phishing emails also contain

links that, if you click on them, will allow a virus onto your computer that will hunt for your sensitive data and send it without your knowledge.

Skimming

Skimming is the theft of your credit or debit card information at the time you make a legitimate transaction. Skim artists secure temporary jobs at restaurants, gas stations and hotels for the purpose of scanning the credit and debit cards of unsuspecting customers by using pocket-size skimmers.

Thieves also put skimmers over the top of card readers on aTm machines and gas pumps to capture card info, and some add tiny cameras to watch customers type in their pin numbers. Then they print new debit or credit cards with your number and information on them or simply enter your information online, to make purchases.

Unsecure internet connections

If you have an unsecure wireless, Internet connection at home, hackers in your neighbourhood could use your Internet connection to access personal data stored on our computer or network.

also, if you use unsecure Wi-Fi hotspots at restaurants, hotels, or other locations to access your bank accounts or make online purchases, hackers can monitor your transactions and capture your personal data.

data breaches

a data breach is the theft or unintentional release of private data (such as identity numbers, driver’s licence numbers, medical records, or financial records and account information) by people unauthorized to access or release the data.

Data breaches often occur by someone hacking into a corporate network to steal sensitive data. however, it can also occur through authorized or unauthorized employees who look at or steal the information.

While no one can prevent all identity theft and fraud, there is much you can do to protect your identity and private

information:

• Check your financial accounts regularly. the sooner you notice something out of the ordinary and report it, the

better.

• Never respond to emails or cell phone messages appearing to be from your bank, which request your personal

details. remember that no bank will ever ask you to confirm or update your account details by email.• Never provide your online id, password or PiN to anyone and never write them down or share them.

• do not save your internet banking password on your desktop.

• do not leave your computer unattended after you have entered your internet banking password.

• Always log off or sign off at the end of a session.

• Avoid doing internet banking in public areas such as internet cafés, or on any computer that can be accessed

by people you do not know.

• Change your PiN and passwords frequently.

• Put sensible transaction limits on your accounts.

• Only provide your credit card details to reputable companies.

• remember - if something looks/sounds too good to be true, it usually is.

• Apply precautious measures when purchasing any item online. it is advisable to conduct verification if the

company is registered.

• install a firewall and anti-virus software to protect your computer and personal information, and update them

frequently.

• Update your operating system and web browser software regularly.

• Secure your wireless home network (Wi-Fi) by enabling encryption.

• Be wary of emails that urgently implore you to click on a link to update your account information or that have

misspellings or use poor grammar.

• do not click on any links or attachments. You can often spot a fake email by hovering over the links and

checking whether the Url actually leads to the website of the business or, in a scam email, to a third party’s

site.

• delete suspicious emails from your computer completely and be sure to empty your ‘recycling bin’ as well.

• if you did click on a link, run your anti-virus software’s full system scan feature.

• if you are not sure whether or not an email is legitimate, contact the company directly to verify, or visit their

web page by typing in their web address (instead of clicking the link provided in the email).

• Protect your passwords by keeping them in a safe place. Your passwords should have at least eight characters

and should contain numbers, symbols and letters. Create different passwords for each online account that you

have, and use an online password manager to remember them all.

• Use cash instead of debit or credit cards.

• Never give personal or financial information to unsolicited callers.

• Never access your financial accounts or purchase anything when using an unsecure, public Wi-Fi connection.

How can you prevent identity fraud?

EntEr PASSWOrd

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SAPS UNVEilS tHE

pop reServe UNitSBy Captain Vincent Mukhathi Photographs by WO Anne Magakoe

As part of efforts to effectively respond to protests, marches and events, the South African Police

Service has launched the National Public Order Policing reserve Units at the SAPS tshwane Academy, on 16 March 2018.

In his welcoming address, the National commissioner, General Khehla Sitole, highlighted that the reserve units were established to enhance the POP Units to respond to public violence and crowd management.

“It was decided to establish a national reserve capacity in the Operational response Services Division. The reserve units can be deployed within the boundaries of South africa, and also beyond the boundaries of South africa to support the SaDc mission – SarPccO and aFrIPOL”, said General Sitole. he pointed out that one of the four core functions was to maintain public order through the turnaround vision.

The launch saw the reserve units being empowered with human and physical resources, in line with the findings of the work study and the findings of the Farlam commission of Inquiry.

“Strengthening the existing POP Units will ensure democratic policing under the Bill of human rights. The Bill guarantees that everyone has the right to assemble, demonstrate picket and present petitions peacefully and unarmed”, said General Sitole.

currently, the POP Units consist of four reserve units and 37 provincial units, and General Sitole also indicated the capacity of these units will increase to 100% soon. “The full implementation of the POP enhancement and capacitation process will result in four established national reserve units and 50 provincial units, with a staff compliment of approximately 11 000 members”, he said.

The POP reserve unit has offices in KZN, mpumalanga, Gauteng and the Western cape. Police officers deployed to these units, have undergone rigorous training in crowd management, water courses and many more.

MEMBERS OF SPECIAL TASK FORCE dEMONStrAtE tHEir CAriNG SidE tO tHE NEEdYBy Capt Kgabo Mashamaite Photographs by WO Ndanduleni Nyambeni

the SAPS demonstrated its caring side through the elite crime-fighting unit,

the Special task Force (StF), that donated school shoes to the needy learners at the Phuthaditshaba Primary School in Saulsville Extension 7, west of Pretoria on 27 March 2018.

This gesture of goodwill by the STF forms part of the SaPS’s community-orientated policing approach that is part of the National commissioner’s crime-fighting strategy, where the SaPS should form a strong bond and gain community trust in order to win the war against crime. This was also aimed at projecting a good image of the SaPS to members of the community, and bringing policing closer to the people.

at the handing-over event, the acting Unit commander, Lt col Johan de Lange, said “This year, the winter season is fast closing in and colleagues from our unit decided to come together and buy school shoes with their own money to donate to you today. Those are the people you see here, who have decided demonstrate their caring side because we do not want any schoolchild to walk to school without school shoes. They are members of the SaPS’s elite unit, the Special Task Force. We are a highly trained, specialised unit designed to provide intervention in various situations. We climb mountains, swim in the sea and jump from a moving aeroplane in order to provide safety to our communities. Every time you see a police officer wearing a uniform, take him/her as your friend, because the officer is there to protect you from any danger. If you find yourself in any trouble, please let the police know so that they can help you. For those of you who intend to pursue policing as a career, please do not let your older siblings involve you in criminal activities, because we do not want aspirant police officers with criminal records. also, you need to listen to your teachers and pass well. I think the event today has taught you that as the police, we are not only here to arrest people, but to help our communities with whatever we can, when necessary, either through social intervention or even with donations, so that they can grow in life. You schoolchildren must be thankful to your teachers for giving us the opportunity to be here today.”

The STF human resources management commander, capt mokgadi Nemokula, praised her colleagues for thinking about those impoverished community members who could not afford to buy their children school items.

In thanking the STF members for their efforts, mr Baloyi, School Principal, said the kind gesture will dispel incorrect perceptions about the SaPS. “Today members of the police have shown us their caring side, especially from people of your calibre. We always hear negative comments about

The POP Units have been equipped with the state-of-the art equipment such as new generation Nyalas, water cannons, vehicles, video cameras and protective gear, to name but a few. They were procured to enable the POP members to effectively perform their duties of crowd management and public order policing.

Speaking at the launch of the POP reserve Units, the minister of Police, mr Bheki cele mP, told members to distance themselves from politics, especially when responding to community protests.“Do not ask for political affiliations when you are deployed to communities, just perform your duties to the best of your ability and leave politics to the politicians”, minister cele said.

minister cele reiterated his strong position for members of the SaPS to continue to serve and protect. “I am not calling for police to be trigger happy however they will not die in the course of duty, theirs is to defend themselves and defend the defenceless communities, Public Order Policing is for minimum force levels response and the force levels increases depending on the situation at hand,” he said. minister cele reminded police members to remain resolute in the fight against crime and to penetrate the so-called ‘no-go areas’. “We will walk the streets of the so-called ‘no-go areas’. We will clean the streets and we will continue to do this until the people of South africa are safe and feel safe.”

The event ended on a high note, as attendees were also treated to a demonstration involving the POP Units, the National Traffic Department, various metro Police Units and the South african Defence Force – showcasing their capabilities and an integrated approach to crowd management during protest actions.

the Minister of Police Bheki Cele testing the new generation Nyala during the launch of the POP reserve units

POP, National traffic department Unit, various Metro Police departments and South African defence Force – showcasing their capabilities and an integrated approach to crowd management during protest

bad conduct by some of your colleagues, but this will go a long way in projecting a good image to our community. Our community will start appreciating the role you continue to play in order to change their lives, because this act has touched so many lives, from the recipients, their family members, as well as their classmates, and will continue to boost the confidence of the learners and help them to concentrate better in class. On behalf of the school learners, the staff and the school’s governing body, we would like to thank you from the bottom of our hearts for making our learners smile. Please keep up the good work.”

Learners were afforded an opportunity to mingle with the members of the STF, and were further treated to a spectacular display of a fly-past by helicopters of the SaPS’s air Wing, a static display of three Nyala armoured vehicles, and a short ride on the operational vehicles to a lucky few learners. This was all it took to ignite a passion for policing in the young minds.

Established in 2000, the Phuthaditshaba Primary School is situated in the former mshengoville informal settlement, now Saulsville extension 7, as a result of the growing need for land for housing and accommodation for the community. The school is home to about 1 600 learners, mainly from an impoverished background.

Special task Force members treating some learners and staff members of the Phuthadistshaba Primary School to a smoke display during the unit’s school shoes donation event

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the National Commissioner and top management of the South African Police Service has condemned the recent attack and killing of our members at Engcobo Police Station in the Eastern

Cape.

the safety and well-being of all employees of the SAPS, including support members, must receive priority attention. this includes ensuring that proactive and preventative measures are implemented and enforced at all levels of command in order to diminish the risks of attacks on police members, police stations and units.

All divisional/Provincial Commissioners and Cluster/Station/Unit Commanders are to ensure that the responsible commanders under their command immediately implement stricter measures to effectively control the access to police buildings and premises during and after working hours.

police SAfetY

Measures to enhance police safety and security as well as to prevent and address attacks and all unnatural deaths of police members:

The following measures can be utilised to enhance and regulate the access control to all police premises during and after office hours:

during office hours

• No private persons may enter a police premises with a firearm;

• a guard should be posted at the gate of a police premises which is not controlled by security officers;

• The entry and exit of vehicles and persons entering or leaving a police premises must be controlled;

• a visitors register must be implemented to keep record of persons entering and leaving police premises;

• Police premises must be kept neat and tidy to promote visibility;

• all operational members must comply with the compulsory wearing of bulletproof vests at all times;

• Firearm safes should not be placed in view of the public; and

• The perimeter of a police premises should be well secured, depending on the structure of each and every police station/unit.

After office hours

• Police buildings and premises must be well lit to promote visibility;

• The community service centre and holding cell block should be well manned;

• Shortage of resources must be reported to the Visible Policing commander or the Station commander;

• Station/Unit commanders should consider

implementing hourly situation reports to accounting stations; and

• members posted in patrol vehicles in the sector of the police station/unit should patrol around the police premises or unit after hours, if permissible.

all station and unit commanders should consider applying for a security assessment through their respective Provincial commissioners if their respective station or unit is considered to be a high risk police premise. The appointment of security officers should be considered as a long term measure.

as part of the implementation of the Police Safety Plan all applicable Standing Orders and the following specific operational procedures must be adhered to with immediate effect during deployment of operational members:

• Standing order (G) 256: Duties of the commanders on the relief and investigation of charges. In this regard on and off duty parades must be held to ensure that all members are checked, are operationally ready, briefed in accordance with the crime Pattern and Threat analysis and are properly equipped to ensure their safety.

• A checklist must be completed by the relief commander. a copy of the checklist is at the end of this article on safety.

• Standing order (G) 259: rapid response and radio Equipped Vehicles. all operational vehicles (response and complaints) and members must be booked on air at the 10111 centre, or police station where a 10111 centre has not been established. The members must remain in radio communication for the full tour of duty.

• In addition all Detectives, Flying Squad, TrT, NIU, other OrS Units, K9 and mounted Services must also be booked on air at the 10111 centre or police station where no 10111 centre exists, and must remain in radio communication for the full tour of duty to ensure a rapid response and support capacity, if required.

• Patrols (vehicle-, bicycle-,motorcycle- and foot patrols) may not be conducted alone. members must be deployed in teams of at least two or more.

• When attending to serious incidents, such as armed robberies in progress, members must request backup and wait for arrival of the necessary support.

• at least one r5 rifle should be available between a pair or within a group of members.

• all members should carry a sidearm and extra full magazine when on duty.

• The bulletproof vest must be worn by all members for the full period of the shift when conducting patrols or attending to complaints, including the members deployed in the community Service centre.

Divisional and Provincial commissioners, as well as cluster and Station commanders, including Duty Officers, are required to conduct routine monitoring and evaluation visits at police stations and Unit levels to ensure that members at all levels comply with the above-mentioned instructions. corrective measures and the necessary disciplinary action must be instituted, if necessary, to rectify non-compliance and promote accountability.

• The relief commander must personally check all members on parade when they report on and off duty and complete this checklist during all parades (Standing Order 256).

• a copy of the checklist must be attached to the completed SaPS 15.• a certificate must be issued to the Station commander that a parade was held and all members were inspected and complied with

actions as listed in the checklist.• If any shortcomings were identified, such shortcomings must be noted in the Occurrence Book (SaPS 10) and the Station/Operational

commander must be informed immediately.

Further enquiries can be directed to Colonel KP Malete or lt Col EC Moodley at 012 421 8269/ 8202 or at email address [email protected]/ [email protected]

cHecKliSt: oN ANd off dUtY pArAdeS - StANdiNG order (G) 256

NO acTION INDIcaTE WITh a TIcK IF cOmPLIED WITh

1 all members on parade are inspected and briefed in accordance with the crime Pattern and Threat analysis when they reported on and off duty.

2 all members on parade are sober, neat and dressed in accordance with the Dress code.

3 all members on parade are wearing their bullet proof vests and that the vests are not torn and un-serviceable, including members deployed to the community Service centre.

4 all members on parade are in possession of an updated appointment certificates.

5 all members on parade are in possession of their Pocket Books (SaPS 206’s), including the signing of the Pocket Books and monthly summaries at the end of each month.

6 all members are in possession of hand cuffs, torches, tonfa/baton and pepper spray.

7 all members on parade are in possession of clean, well maintained serviceable official firearms, am-munition and full magazines (two).

8 all members on parade are in possession of approved holster to ensure the safekeeping of their firearm.

9 all members on parade in possession of an official firearm are declared competent to be issued with such an official firearm.

10 all members on parade are in possession of a firearm permit.

11 all members on parade are in possession of a retention cord.

12 all members on parade driving state vehicles are in possession of a valid drivers’ license and are authorized to drive a state vehicle as per license code issued.

13 The firearms of all members on parade are unloaded before the parade is dismissed at the end of the shift, and number of ammunition is checked.

14 all required official firearms, vehicles and other equipment are handed back at the end of the shift.

15 all members on parade are sober, accounted for and free from injuries at the end of the shift.

I --------------------(rank, Initials and Surname) stationed at --------------(police station), in my capacity as the ---------------personally inspected and briefed all members on parade on ------------(date) on -------------------- (indicate shift)SIGNaTUrE-------------DaTE:--------------------

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Gauteng Provincial Commissioner, lieutenant General deliwe de lange pins medals to members on parade.

the most outstanding contributions and sacrifices to policing in the country were

highlighted at the medal parade to honour policemen and policewomen from the SAPS tshwane North Cluster for their long service.

The medal parade was held at the SaPS academy hammanskraal on 27 February 2018, to honour members from various police stations under the hospice of the SaPS Tshwane North cluster.

The medals awarded to more than 100 members, included the SaPS centenary medals, and the SaPS Twenty and Thirty Year Loyal Service medals.The Gauteng Provincial commissioner, Lieutenant General Deliwe de Lange and the Tshwane North cluster commander, major General hilda mohajane, officiated the medal parade and handed out the medals to the deserving members.

In her welcoming address, major General mohajane said that they had dedicated this day to honour our members who served the SaPS with integrity, loyalty, diligence, respect, transparency, selflessness and patriotism. She added that we honoured them for their sacrifice, sweat and bravery over the years, and for ensuring that the people of South africa were safe and felt safe.

Giving her keynote address, Lieutenant General De Lange indicated that she was very proud to be associated with the men and women in blue who chose to stay faithful to the calling of serving and protecting the citizens of this country.

SApS HoNoUrS MeMberS FOr lONG SErViCE By Captain Vincent Mukhathi Photographs by WO Theo Van Wyk

“He will always be my, my husband and my children’s hero. My two boys still have their father,

i still have a husband and his parents still have their child, all because of Captain Maqabe.” these were the words of an overjoyed wife after her husband’s life had been saved by an off-duty South African Police officer, Captain Maqabe, along the N12 highway.

Not every police officer will continue with their work while off duty, but captain maqabe did, and put himself on duty to help a victim who was bleeding, after he had been hijacked and stabbed several times. captain maqabe has been praised for his generosity and his courage to go beyond the call of duty, because such random acts of kindness and heroism often go unnoticed.

The wife of the victim explained the incident as follows:

“On Tuesday evening, my husband was hijacked on the N12 highway in the Daveyton area. he was brutally attacked and stabbed in the chest with a knife, and in his arms with a screwdriver. he fought off the attackers and managed to get out of their grip. he ran across the highway for help.

he stood bleeding without shoes or a shirt in the middle of the road in oncoming traffic, for a long time - NOBODY stopped! People were even swearing at him! But one person stopped - an off-duty policeman who had his family in the vehicle with him. captain Sam maqabe! he stopped and immediately assisted my husband, without any fear or prejudice.

I received a phone call at approximately 20:15 from captain maqabe’s number. he gave his phone to my husband to phone me and let me know he had been hurt but was ok, he was with a policeman, who was taking him to the hospital. he allowed my husband to be in constant contact with me, as I was driving from Witbank to be with him.

captain maqabe took my husband to Life healthcare Parklands in Springs. Today, my husband is alive - not because the stab wound was not severe, or his other injuries were not serious, but because captain maqabe reacted swiftly and saved his life - literally!

Later that evening at about 21:00, the captain phoned me again to reassure me that my husband was in capable hands in the hospital, and he asked me the details of the vehicle that had been hijacked, so that he could have the details circulated to trace the vehicle. I thought I would not be surprised if this same act of selflessness resulted in the vehicle being found that same night!

The vehicle was recovered in Delmas and one of the four suspects was arrested. I was in awe of this captain, not being on duty, but still serving his country, his fellow South africans, with so much

ViCtiM’S WiFE APPlAUdS ACtS OF KiNdNESS ANd HErOiSM

froM off-dUtY cAptAiN MAQAbe

pride! he was not even supposed to work, but he delivered a service and for that I will be eternally thankful!

my husband is only alive because of his heroic act, and I cannot thank him enough! he is a true policeman, who did the SaPS proud. You can truly be proud of him. I would appreciate it if this letter can also be sent to the National commissioner of police, as I believe captain maqabe deserves recognition for his heroic deeds.

he will always be my, my husband and my children’s hero! my two boys still have their father, I still have a husband and his parents still have their child - all because of ONE person’s selflessness and bravery.” I close with this thought – mother Teresa said: “Do things for people, not because of who they are or what they do in return, but because of who you are!” captain maqabe did exactly that.

Gauteng Provincial Office, it is with such a grateful heart that I write this letter to you today.” acts such as these are not unusual and are often overshadowed by negative stories about police abuse and misconduct.

Good policing or being a good police official, means preventing disorder and building relationships with people and communities so that problems can be addressed, not just with physical courage or force or with orders being shouted, but through communication, cooperation and by providing assistance, like captain maqabe did.

captain maqabe remains committed to helping the community he serves, in an operational or support capacity, as the community holds him in high regard and expects him to uphold the law. he embodies professionalism, integrity and impartiality. Working for the SaPS or having the SaPS’s badge on his chest, does not give him the right to disregard the rights of the citizens he serves.

captain maqabe, the SaPS is indeed very proud of you and encourage every policeman and policewomen to follow your sterling example to uphold the good name of the South african Police Service.

SaPS salute the police officer in you.

“against all odds, our members who have been honoured with medals today, have stood fast and resolute for over 30 years of loyal service. Let us celebrate these members, who took a conscious decision to remain loyal to the SaPS, even when at times it did not make sense”, said Lieutenant General De Lange.

She added that the medal parade symbolised a moment of pride, as they recognised their colleagues who had walked the extra mile to make a difference in the lives of the people they serve.

She also encouraged the members never to give up, but to continue performing at their best at all times. “Please continue with your good work and more importantly, assist us in training and motivating the younger generation to reach your high standards and impeccable work ethics. assist us in restoring the reputation of the organisation, turning it into the honourable profession that it is supposed to be”, she said.

Lt Gen De Lange congratulated all the members on parade, saying that the medals they were receiving, were well deserved. as she concluded her address, she also took time to thank the families of the members for their unwavering support. “Thank you very much and words will be never enough to describe our appreciation for your continued support and sacrifices”.

Gauteng Provincial Commissioner, lieutenant General deliwe de lange pins medal to the tshwane North Cluster Commander Major General Hilda Mohajane.

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EHW EHW

tobAcco tHreAteNS US All tOBACCO ANd HEArt diSEASESBy WO Mthimkhulu

Nearly 80% of the 1 billion smokers worldwide, live in low and middle income countries, where the burden of tobacco-related illness and death is the heaviest.

THE IMPACT OF SMOKING ON THE WORKPLACEa smoke break can be a popular stress-reliever for many office smokers (especially when one is being overloaded with work), who claim that being able to spend a short period away from their desk, helps them relax, review the progress with their work and plan their career goals.

Despite its widespread appeal among employees as a stress reliever, workplace smoking can actually reduce productivity, even when discounting its obvious health hazards.

lower productivity - be right back!Depending on the nature of one’s smoking habit, the urge to sneak off for a quick puff, can quickly take up a substantial portion of one’s total working hours. This momentary and frequent absence from one’s desk could prove costly and lower production levels in the organisation, especially when it comes to tasks that require an unbroken train of thought and concentration.

Unscheduled or impromptu work (such as a last minute client project) can also demand a level of immediate and sustained attention, that is often at odds with one’s smoking schedule, causing one to become distracted at work.

Manpower woes It is therefore no surprise that smokers generally have more health complications than non-smokers, particularly respiratory tract problems such as emphysema and asthma. This usually translates into more visits to the doctor and more days of medical leave being used.

Other employees may, therefore, be called upon to handle the workload of their ill, smoker colleagues. This, unfairly, increases their stress and breeds inefficiency, which may be detrimental to the organisation in the long run.

Second-hand sinSanctioned smoking in the workplace, usually forces non-smoking employees to inhale the various poisons and chemicals present in cigarette smoke, especially if many people walk through the smoking area.

If the non-smoking workers suffer from illnesses from inhaling second-hand smoke, they will have to take time off from work to recuperate, which creates a shortage of manpower, resulting in the decreased efficiency and productivity, as indicated above.

HOW TOBACCO ENDANGERS THE HEART HEALTH OF PEOPLE WORLDWIDETobacco use is an important risk factor for the development of coronary heart disease, stroke and peripheral vascular disease.

cardiovascular diseases (cVD) kills more people than any other cause of death worldwide, and tobacco use and

Even if you are not puffing on cigarettes in the office, your smoking can still affect your colleagues. the purpose of this organisational message is to caution employees of the

South African Police Service (SAPS) about the links between the use of tobacco products, heart and other cardiovascular disease. the global tobacco epidemic kills more than 7 million people each year, of which close to 900 000 are non-smokers dying from breathing second-hand smoke.

second-hand smoke exposure contribute to approximately 12% of all heart disease deaths. Tobacco usage is the second leading cause of cVD, after high blood pressure.

SolUtioNQuitting tobacco is the best thing that tobacco users can do to protect their health and the health of others. Tobacco users need to accept two beliefs to make them ready to quit:

• “Quitting is important to me and I want to be a non-tobacco user.”

• “I have a chance of quitting successfully.”

WHAT GOVERNMENT, POLICY-MAKERS AND ORGANISATIONS CAN DO TO ASSIST IN PROTECTING USERS AND SECOND HAND SMOKERS monitoring tobacco use and prevention policies.

• Protecting people from exposure to tobacco smoke by creating completely smoke-free, indoor, public places, workplaces and public transport.

• Warning people about the dangers of tobacco by -• implementing plain, standardized packaging, and/

or large graphic health warnings on all tobacco packages implementing effective anti-tobacco mass media campaigns that inform the public about the harms of tobacco use and second-hand smoke exposure.

• Enforcing comprehensive bans on tobacco advertising, promotion and sponsorship.

• raising taxes on tobacco products and making them less affordable.

If you need any support or further information about substance abuse, feel free to contact the divisional or provincial social worker or the team members of the Substance Dependency Desk, as follows:

• Lt col TL mathole at 012 393 5232 or [email protected]

• WO BV Tshetlanyane at 012 393 5177

• WO LN mthimkhulu at 012 393 5203

• You may also contact the social worker on standby (after hours) at 082 301 2138.

reference: han Yong PNG, Effects of Smoking in the Workplace, Jobs central, career Builders, Singapore

Available Online at: http://community.jobscentral.com.sg/articles/effects-smoking-workplace

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FlASH NEWS FlASH NEWS

GRAAFF-REINET POliCE StAtiON CElEBrAtES HUMAN riGHtS dAY, BY CrEAtiNG AWArENESSArticle and photographs by PO Vuyokazi Nyamakazi

Substance abuse is becoming a serious problem among the youth of South Africa,

and the Eastern Cape, in partnership with its external stakeholders, is saying NO to this scourge.

human rights Day was no ordinary day for the community of asherville in Graaff-reinet, where an awareness campaign with the theme ‘human rights with responsibilities’ was held on Wednesday, 21 march 2018 at the Kollie Koeberg Stadium.

The aim of this awareness campaign was to address issues of teenage pregnancy, drug and substance abuse, uncontrolled and unjustified absenteeism from school, and to educate the communities. Special attention was given to the community of asherville.

The acting Station commander of Graaff-reinet, Lt col Beaulah Siyaya, welcomed everyone and acknowledged the Provincial commissioner of the Eastern cape, Lt Gen Liziwe Ntshinga in absentia for spearheading engagements with communities in the Eastern cape, and who encouraged the station commanders to interact with their stakeholders.

“We have set this day aside because we care for you. Your well-being and your safety is our priority,” said Lt col Siyaya in her address.

The Deputy cluster commander, colonel Jonathan van de reede, educated the community on the prevention of domestic violence on behalf of the cluster commander, Brigadier rudolph adolph. The Unit commander of the Family Violence, child Protection and Sexual Offences (FcS) Unit, captain Wena Theron, addressed the community on rape and violence against women and children.

a display from the SaPS’s K9 Unit was conducted to demonstrate the capabilities of our police dogs.

a survivor of crime who is now a reformed ambassador, mr George Flemmer, also addressed the community and shared his personal experience. “Jail is a no go,” he said.

Various departments, including the Departments of correctional Services, Social Development, home affairs, Safety and Liaison, Justice as well as the Business chamber, had a message of support and educated the community on their respective core functions to support the SaPS in the fight against crime.

The chairperson of the Graaf-reinet community Policing Forum (cPF), mrs cathy hopkins, said in her acknowledgment address, “We want to build a safer community in Graaff-reinet, but we cannot do it without its community”. She extended a special word of gratitude to the Station community Police Officer (cPO), Sergeant clintin Jooste, “Thank you for organizing such a meaningful event at such short notice”, she said. mrs hopkins further emphasized the importance of maintaining and strengthening a good relationship between the cPF, the SaPS and all other stakeholders. “We need to work hand in hand in the same spirit,” she ended.

ORS MOBILE OPErAtiONS HANdS OVEr WAtEr iN CAPE tOWN

As the Western Cape water crisis continues, the division: Operational response Services

Mobile Operations from Head Office showed goodwill to their counterparts in Cape town by handing over more than a hundred litres of water.

The Western cape is currently facing a serious drought due to poor rainfall. The drought resulted in the implementation of severe water restrictions.

The demand for water has also steadily increased every year due to the province’s rapidly growing population and economy. This, as well as rapid climate change, has added significant pressure on water supplies.

The Unit commander: mobile Operations, Pretoria Unit, Lieutenant colonel (Whytie) de Witt said that the initiative was the brainchild of WO cilliers but all members joined in to ensure a successful “water drive”.

On the 15 February 2018, members of OrS mobile Operations head Office arrived in cape Town to perform special duties. Upon their arrival they handed over 185

By Gerda Swart

lieutenant Colonel Hendrik Mattheus, the commander of Cape town OrS Mobile Operations who received the donated bottles of water thanked lieutenant Colonel Whitey de Witt, the commander of Head Office OrS Mobile Operations and his team. this initiative will minimise the water challenge faced by members in the Cape town OrS.

x 5 litres, 3 x10 litres and 25 x 2 litres of water to their colleagues at OrS mobile Operations in cape Town.

Furthermore, they handed over tap water for animal use. This “water drive” campaign was well supported by all members from the component and was done out of goodwill.

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FEMAlE tOP BrASS HOld

iNtroSpectioN WorKSHopBy Captain Keitumetse Mmushi Photographs by WO Ndanduleni Nyambeni

Female lieutenant generals of the South African Police Service (SAPS) recently held

a three-day workshop to focus on challenges facing women in the organisation.the three-day event was held at the Velmore Hotel in Erasmia, Pretoria.

The session was in pursuance of the commitment made by Government heads of Departments to drive transformation and mentorship of employees especially women within their respective work environments as well as in line with the hOD’s 8 Principle Plan and the values of the Women’s Network. The session was chaired by the Deputy National commissioner for assets and Legal management, Lieutenant General Francinah Vuma. On the first day of the session, delegates were urged to feel free while participating and to talk about those issues that were close to their hearts.

The workshop deduced that -

• women had to walk the talk in the organisation • women had to be there for each other in the

workplace• women had to claim their space, stand up and be

counted • women in the SaPS needed to facilitate career

development through mentorship• women empowerment could not be achieved without

the socio-economic transformation of society• the dynamism of women in the Women’s Network,

was a force that needed to be recognised• men for change had to be included.

Lieutenant General Vuma highlighted the fact that when members did introspection, they needed to ask themselves what the challenges were and what could be done to make the organisation better. “The organisation is large, it needs all of us to hold hands and work together”, she said.Lieutenant General Bonang mgwenya, the Deputy National commissioner: human r esource management, said that

there was a need for women to support each other. “Some of us are where we are today because of the Women’s Network. We benefited from it, so let us ensure we continue the legacy of the Women’s Network”.

On the second day of the session, the National commissioner, General Khehla Sitole, gave a presentation on his Turnaround Vision for the SaPS. among other matters, he touched on Vision 2030 and the empowerment and mentoring of female officers.

“The vision is for creating a safe and secure, crime-free environment that is conducive to social and economic stability, supporting a better life for all. here we also look at Vision 2030; how does it talk to us as the SaPS, and how do we influence people feeling safe at home, schools and at work?”

“We have noticed there is a need to strengthen community education when it comes to the trafficking of women. There are special dynamics which are detrimental to mainly women. So, our female colleagues need to be encouraged and motivated to carry out these tasks”, said General Sitole.

On behalf of the women in management, Lieutenant General mgwenya said that they welcomed the appointment of Lieutenant General Francinah Vuma as Deputy National commissioner of assets and Legal management. She said they hoped that Lieutenant General Vuma would be given the necessary resources to work with.

lieutenant General Zulu participating while lieutenant General Japhta listens.

retired Major General Nomoyi reflecting.

deputy National Commissioners, lieutenant General Mgwenya and lieutenant General Vuma.

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MiSSiNG perSoNS

PLEASE HELP uS LOCATE THEM…

The missing person left home and was never seen again. he was wearing blue jeans and a red striped t-shirt.

Tembisa 3/2/2018Investigating officer: Sgt DN chumaTel: 011 926 2970

(21) Male

last seen: 2018-02-06

tSUMbedZo SiliMelA

The missing person left home and has not been seen since.

Orange Farms 9/2/2018Investigating Officer: WO LJ chabediTel: 011 213 8600

(35) Male

last seen: 2017-04-01

JoHN totA MoNoKo

The missing person left home and was never seen again. She was wearing blue jeans and a white shirt.

mondeor 1/3/2018Investigation officer: Sgt ma maganeTel: 011 433 5400

(28) Female

last seen: 2018-01-08

leSeGo SeKWele

The missing person left home and was never seen again. he was wearing a blue overall and black boots.

Evaton 15/2/2018Investigating Officer: WO mL mofokengTel: 016 596 1044

(35) Male

last seen: : 2018-02-19

beNJAMiN MKHUMA

The missing person left home and was never seen again. he was wearing grey trousers, brown shoes and a grey shirt.

Evaton 18/2/2018Investigating Officer: WO mL mofokeng Tel: 016 596 1044

(33) Male

last seen: 2018-02-24

KHotSo JereMiA MAHloANe

The missing person left home and was never seen again. She was wearing a black dress, white trousers and brown sandals.

roodepoort 4/1/2018Investigating officer: WO PJJ LootsTel: 011 279 6532

(15) Female

2018-01-23

MpHo JAcobS

(38) Male

last seen: 2018-02-02

SeSele JerrY MAKHAle

The missing person left home and has never been seen since. he was wearing black leather trousers, and a black jacket.

Tembisa 18/2/2018Investigating Officer: Sgt DN chumaTel: 011 926 2970

(43) Male

last seen: 2017-12-14

WilliAM MASHAlA

The missing person left home and has not been seen since.

Daveyton 1/3/2018Investigating Officer: WO Prm mamaboloTel: 011 865 9354

(44) Female

last seen: 2018-02-28

JoHANNA NKele SAdiKi

The missing person left home and has not been seen since.

Yeoville 2/1/2018Investigating Officer: const LS Nwoko Tel: 011 481 0300

(75) Female

last seen: 2018-02-04

toNile cAStAliNA MAfilibANe

The missing person left and has not been seen since.

Evaton 14/2/2018Investigating Officer: WO mL mofokeng Tel: 016 596 1044

SApS MArtiAl ArtS teAM COMPEtES At tHE KArAtE CHAMPiONSHiP 2018

the SAPS’s martial arts team participated in the Karate South Africa (KSA) Championship

that was held at Proclamation Hill in Pretoria West from 1 to 4 March 2018. Fourteen members were selected from the nine provinces, to represent the SAPS’s martial arts team to compete against other teams at the championship.

according to the SaPS’s martial arts team coordinator, Warrant Officer Deon classen, the purpose of the karate championship was to maintain the Karate South africa ranking system and to select the national team, which will represent South africa at the international championships.he added that the SaPS’s martial arts team participated in the following categories: Senior male Kumite, 18+ years; Veterans male Kata and masters male Open Kumite.

constable mxolisi majola from the Eastern cape participated in the senior male Kumite, and won a bronze medal. It was the first time that constable majola represented the SaPS at the South africa Karate championships.

Sergeant henry Jaftha from the Western cape took part in the Veteran male Kata aged between 35 to 49 years, achieved a bronze medal and he was also accredited as the coach for the SaPS’s team.

Senior administration clerk Thembelani Figlan from the Western cape, participated in the masters male Open Kumite, for 50 + years and walked away with a gold medal.Warrant Officer classen explained that he was proud that four females from the SaPS participated in the tournament for the first time, and this was the first step in the right direction for our female counterparts. he also encouraged SaPS’s members to be active in the sporting codes in order to remain fit and healthy. he further indicated that our members stood a good chance to be selected for the national team.

Warrant Officer classen praised the members for their great performance at the tough tournament, and for winning medals. “It was an honour for us as a team to represent the SaPS at the Karate National championship. The members did their best against the great competitors, and I commend them for their discipline. Well done members for your great achievements!”, said Warrant Officer classen.

By Captain Vincent Mukhathi Photographs by WO Deon Classen

Senior Admin Clerk thembelani Figlan, second from the left took position one in the Masters Male Open Kumite and walk away with a gold medal.

Sergeant Henry Jaftha, second from the left took part in the Veteran Male Kata aged between 35 to 49 years, achieved a bronze medal.

ViVA FitNESS

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rApe UNKNoWNinvestigating officer: WO mK rapetswa013 947 54180824565674

rApe UNKNoWNinvestigating officer: Sgt DG mabena013 947 54180711654071

the South African Police Service requests urgent assistance from members of the public in tracing the following alleged perpertrators wanted in connection with various criminal offences committed countrywide.

WANted peRsons

rApeUNKNoWNinvestigating officer: Sgt PF Skosana011 804 96620837675152

robberYUNKNoWN investigating officer: Sgt m Lusiba013 759 10560744360081

poSSeSSioN of HoUSebreAKiNG iMpleMeNtSSAliM HAMiSiinvestigating officer: WO G chetty031 203 73820792768608

rApe UNKNoWNinvestigating officer: WO mK rapetswa013 947 54180824565674

rApe UNKNoWNinvestigating officer: Sgt mE maganedisa013 947 54180724123045

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HoUSebreAKiNGANdreW SAMboinvestigating officer: const PB masina017 819 23210731238164

SApS criMe Stop

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( you mAy RemAIn Anonymous )

SMS InfoRmAtIon to cRIme lIne on 32211

MUrderUNKNoWNinvestigating officer: Sgt ED Ledwaba012 730 13000796433538

poSSeSSioN of SUSpected StoleN propertYSfiSo pAtricK SibANYoNiinvestigating officer: WO Tm Sibeko017 843 21070799894150