Two Senior Officers and a Civillian Arrested
By Brigadier Athlenda Mathe
SAPS Spokesperson
The South African Police Service (SAPS) confirms the arrest of two senior officers and a civilian allegedly linked to the illegal dealing and unlawful possession of precious metals following an intensive investigation by the Gauteng Counter Intelligence Operations (GCI-OPS).
The suspects, were arrested following investigations into allegations of illicit precious metals transactions, corruption and related offences.
The arrests were effected over the weekend by the team who executed a J50 warrant of arrest.
These arrests form part of ongoing efforts by law enforcement to dismantle criminal networks involved in the illicit trade of precious minerals and corruption.
The suspects are expected to appear before the Kempton Park Magistrate’s Court on Monday facing charges that may include the unlawful dealing in precious metals, defeating the ends of justice, corruption and contravention of applicable legislation regulating precious metals in South Africa.
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