By Henry Mamothame
Investigating Directorate Against Corruption (IDAC) Spokesperson
The head of Investigations and Operations at the Investigating Directorate Against Corruption (IDAC) was kidnapped last night while driving home.
His assailants assaulted him and abandoned him near Rabie Ridge in the early hours of the morning.
They took off with his cellphone and laptop.
He managed to received assistance and was taken to a nearby police station to report the matter.
He is currently receiving the necessary medical attention, following his traumatic experience.
While the NPA is wary of making any speculation on the motive behind such horrific action and whether it is related to his work, the incident and its timing reflects the possible dangers in this space.
The incident has been reported to the police for criminal investigation.
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