| Response to video footage of a member allegedly soliciting a bribe | |
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| Date Published: | 2026/04/29 |
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Media Statement PARKTOWN - The South African Police Service management in Gauteng has noted the video footage circulating on social media platforms, particularly Tik Tok, showing a police officer in full uniform allegedly soliciting a bribe from a member of the public. The police officer in question has been identified and a case of corruption has been registered for immediate investigation by the Provincial Anti- Corruption unit and a departmental case has also been instituted against him. SAPS maintains a zero-tolerance approach to corruption. Accepting or soliciting a bribe is a criminal offence and a serious breach of the SAPS Code of Conduct. The Gauteng Provincial Commissioner, Lieutenant General Tommy Mthombeni condemns any act of corruption by police officials. “We expect the highest level of integrity from our members. Those who betray the public trust will face the full consequences of the law.” All SAPS members are expected to conduct themselves with integrity and professionalism, in compliance with the Constitution of the Republic of South Africa, the SAPS Code of Conduct and all applicable legislative and policy frameworks. Members of the public are urged not to offer bribes and report any allegations of corruption or extortion involving SAPS members to the following platforms; * Anti-corruption Hotline at 0800 701 701 * SAPS National Complaints Service Centre at 0800 333 177 * Corruption Watch WhatsApp no: 072 013 5569 * Gauteng Service Complaints Standby 082 442 2000 or alternatively * Independent Police Investigative Directorate (IPID) which is an independent body to SAPS can be contacted. Ends
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