Two LEAP officers passed away in the vicinity of Kraaifontein, after the vehicle they were travelling in, left the road and overturned.

Saddened at LEAP-deaths

We are deeply saddened to learn that officers Sixolile Maram and Simphiwe Ntsham, who are attached to the Law Enforcement Advancement Plan (LEAP) Unit in Kraaifontein, lost their lives in this manner.

Two off-duty LEAP officers passed away

Both officers who were off duty were found outside the vehicle and declared deceased on the scene. The accident occurred at Boy Briers Road, Joostenbergvlakte in Kraaifontein.

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The South African Police Service (SAPS) is investigating a case of culpable homicide.

MEC Reagen Allen

Western Cape MEC of Police Oversight and Community Safety, Reagen Allen said: “I extend my sincerest condolences to the families, loved ones and colleagues of these officers. I want them to know that they are in all our thoughts and prayers during this difficult period.”

He added, “I pray that they will find strength and peace in these moments of sorrow and pain. It is important that there be no speculation about what might have occurred.”

“We should allow SAPS to conclude their investigation.”

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“I intend to visit the families to personally extend my heartfelt sympathies,” he concluded.

Alderman JP Smith on the passing

Alderman JP Smith added: “I have reached out to both families to speak to them personally to commiserate with them about these tragic deaths.  Each staff member in our directorate is part of our Safety & Security family and their deaths are felt by us all. “

“We will support their families with counselling and any arrangements they need to make,” Smith said.

Information sought

Any person who may have witnessed the incident or who might have information about what transpired is urged to report it to SAPS or to the City of Cape Town Crime Tip-Off Line: 0800 11 00 77.

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