Police brutality is a serious problem in South Africa. In 2021, the Independent Police Investigative Directorate (IPID) received 5,585 complaints of police brutality, including torture, assault, and killings. This is a rate of nearly 15 complaints per day.
In reaction to a recent incident of police brutality, there has been a growing wave of public outcry and concern over a distressing incident involving members of the VIP protection service. In a video that has gone viral online, these service members were caught on camera beating up a motorist and other passengers within a vehicle. The incident took place in Gauteng province.
The office of the Deputy President of the Republic of South Africa, Paul Mashatile, has made an official statement confirming that the individuals seen in the video are indeed affiliated with Deputy President Mashatile himself. This revelation has further fueled the public’s anger and disappointment, as such behavior from those entrusted with the responsibility of providing security and protection is highly disconcerting.
Carl Niehaus, who formerly served as the spokesperson for the late President Nelson Mandela and the African National Congress, has also reacted to the incident. He said, “Once again, we find ourselves witnessing the actions of criminals employed by criminals…” His words resonate with the general sentiment that this incident highlights a deep-rooted issue within the system, where those in positions of power and authority are failing to uphold the values of justice and accountability.
The incident has not only sparked widespread outrage but has also reignited the debate around the efficacy of VIP protection services and the standards to which they are held. Citizens are now demanding swift and decisive action to be taken against the involved individuals, as well as a thorough review of the vetting and training procedures for those assigned to such critical roles.
Source: https://twitter.com/niehaus_carl/status/1676184349757120512?t=Ph_d09Z8jsv6NLwH_eGBbw&s=19
Content created and supplied by: NewsVB (via Opera
News )
