Yet another SAPS member has found himself on the wrong side of the law.

A Leeu Gamka Constable is appearing in court on Thursday, 26 June, on corruption charges after he allegedly bribed a fraud suspect in May.

According to the police, the 31-year-old officer allegedly asked a suspect in custody to pay him R5000 to secure his release.

The suspect reportedly agreed to pay an initial R3000, and told the Constable he would pay the balance upon his release.

The officer used his own mobile device to ensure the suspect made the payment into his bank account.

The suspect was never released from custody.

The Constable’s actions were reported, and following an investigation by the Western Cape Provincial Anti-Corruption Unit, he was arrested on Wednesday, 25 June.

The Provincial Police Commissioner Thembisile Patekile has issued a stern warning against corruption within police ranks, saying his office is committed to a zero tolerance approach in this regard.

Members of the public are encouraged to report any corrupt activities involving police members on the Anti-Corruption Hotline 0800 701 701, Crime Stop on 08600 10111 or alternatively use the mobile application MySAPS anonymously.

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