Cape Town – Two Table View police officers were arrested last night (Sunday 10 August) following allegations of corruption involving the illegal sale of commissioned blank affidavit forms.
Provincial police spokesperson Col Andrè Traut confirmed to the newspaper a 41-year-old sergeant and a 31-year-old constable allegedly sold blank and commissioned affidavit forms to the public for R100 per statement. Such affidavits, when properly commissioned, serve as official sworn statements and should only be issued through legitimate processes.
The issue came to light late last year when a signed and commissioned affidavit was found in a vehicle involved in a crime scene at Table View, sparking suspicion of illicit activity.
Western Cape Provincial Commissioner, Lieut Gen (Adv) Thembile Patekile, issued a strong warning in the wake of the arrests. “Corruption within our ranks will not be tolerated, and every effort will be made to remove any police officer found on the wrong side of the law from the Service.”
Investigation and arrest process
Following the discovery, the anti-corruption unit promptly launched an investigation. After gathering sufficient evidence, the Cape Town Magistrates’ Court issued warrants for the arrest of the two officers.
The arrests were carried out Sunday night at Table View Police Station, marking a significant milestone in the Western Cape police’s ongoing efforts to identify and remove corrupt elements within the service.
Charges and legal proceedings
Both arrested officers face charges of corruption and defeating the ends of justice. They are expected to appear in the Cape Town Magistrates’ Court tomorrow (Tuesday 12 August) to face these charges.
Traut encouraged community members to report any suspicious or unethical behaviour by police officials, assuring that all allegations will be taken seriously and investigated thoroughly.
“This case is a reminder that maintaining public trust requires constant vigilance and accountability within our ranks,” he added.
