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Police Minister ordered to pay Durban woman R580,000 for unlawful arrest in mistaken identity case
Cynthia Khedama was arrested at King Shaka International Airport over a mistaken identity and was detained for at least 12 days in what she described as a ‘dirty dirty cell with faeces’.
Court rejects discharge application from apartheid-era cops in Caiphus Nyoka murder case
The High Court in Pretoria has dismissed a discharge application from two former apartheid-era police officers accused of murdering student activist Caiphus Nyoka.
Controversy erupts as Popcru calls for Ian Cameron's removal over police 'thugs' comments
"A heated dispute has emerged within South Africa's policing oversight as POPCRU demands Ian Cameron's removal from his position following controversial comments about police conduct. Cameron defends his stance, igniting a national debate on police accountability.
Police brutality sparks anger in Blikkiesdorp
Residents of Blikkiesdorp are calling for justice after a local man was allegedly assaulted by police, resulting in a child being pepper-sprayed.
Gauteng cop arrested in Limpopo for 2am fatal shooting
The police officer, based at OR Tambo International Airport, allegedly brought the victim to hospital, before he was arrested.
Court increases unlawful arrest payout to R50 000 for deceased North West woman
The Supreme Court of Appeal has posthumously increased compensation to R50 000 for a North West woman who endured 'despicable and humiliating' unlawful arrest, tripling the initial award after finding the original amount unjustifiably low.
Macua accuses SAPS and NPA of corporate bias ahead of national inquiry
Macua has made submissions to the South African Human Rights Commission ahead of the national inquiry into illegal mining.
Confronting police violence in South Africa: a call for accountability
Several reasons contribute to continued police brutality
Families of anti-apartheid activists celebrate reopening of inquests for justice
In a significant development, the families of anti-apartheid activists Nicholas Ramatua 'Boiki' Tlhapi and Matthews Mabelane welcome the reopening of inquests into their tragic deaths, yet express frustration over the absence of scheduled hearing dates.
Teen claims police brutality after alleged torture and assault
A 17-year-old boy alleges police brutality after being tortured and assaulted by officers in Wetton. The family seeks justice amid claims of negligence from the police.
Are South African police officers involved in organised crime?
A recent IPID report uncovers a disturbing trend of police officers in South Africa engaging in organised crime, raising serious concerns about corruption within law enforcement
Joshlin Smith trial: Shocking allegations of police torture and drug use
Joshlin Smith trial: Accused detail alarming allegations of police torture and drug use.
Joshlin Smith trial: ‘I realised if I don’t tell them what they want to hear, they will kill me’
In the ongoing Joshlin Smith trial, accused Steveno van Rhyn claims he was tortured by police during interrogation, revealing shocking details about his plea explanation.
Former cop sentenced for shooting at funeral attendees over noise dispute
A former policeman was sentenced to seven years for randomly shooting people at a funeral.
Fired police officers fail in bid to get their jobs back
Two police officers were dismissed for failing to investigate an assault case, leading to a court ruling that highlights the importance of accountability in law enforcement.
Judge dismisses fired officers over uninvestigated assault case
Two police officers were dismissed for failing to investigate an assault case, leading to a court ruling that highlights the importance of accountability in law enforcement.
Judge dismisses fired officers over uninvestigated assault case
Two police officers were dismissed for failing to investigate an assault case, leading to a court ruling that highlights the importance of accountability in law enforcement.
Two cops released on bail after woman is assaulted at Bloemfontein station
The victim had gone to the police station to report domestic violence after her boyfriend had violated a protection order and she got into an argument with the officers.
Female police officers charged with assaulting domestic violence victim
Two female police officers are charged with assaulting a woman who sought their help during a domestic dispute, raising serious concerns about police conduct.
Viral video leads to arrest of officers for assaulting woman in Bloemfontein
Outrage as two police officers arrested for allegedly assaulting a woman at Bloemfontein station.
Viral video exposes police brutality against woman in Bloemfontein
A shocking video of police officers assaulting a woman at a Bloemfontein police station has sparked outrage and demands for accountability.
Mamre protesters file civil claim against police following 2020 arrests
The traumatic ordeal that Gay Alexander and her husband Noel Alexander suffered was filmed by concerned neighbours.
Calls for the removal of Eldorado Park SAPS commander escalated to Police Minister Mchunu
Calls for the removal of Eldorado Park SAPS Commander Brigadier Mkhacani Maluleke escalate as Councillor Juwairiya Kaldine alleges wrongful arrest.
Calls for the removal of Eldorado Park SAPS commander escalated to Police Minister Mchunu
Calls for the removal of Eldorado Park SAPS Commander Brigadier Mkhacani Maluleke escalate as Councillor Juwairiya Kaldine alleges wrongful arrest.
Widow and daughters seek justice for alleged wrongful death in police custody
After the tragic death of a husband and father in police custody, a widow and her daughters are taking legal action against the Minister of Police, claiming wrongful death and loss of support.