Ten Gauteng police and metro officers accused of theft released on bail
A group of SAPS and EMPD officers, accused of stealing goods and cash during a raid, have been granted bail under strict conditions in the Germiston Magistrates Court.
Ten Gauteng police and metro officers accused of theft released on bail
Ten SAPS and EMPD officers accused of theft have been granted bail of R1 500 each following their second appearance in the Germiston Magistrates Court today, 6 August.
The court heard submissions from four defence attorneys, with neither the state nor the investigating officer opposing bail.
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The court cited the accused’s employment status, dependants, financial obligations, and the advanced stage of the investigation as reasons for its decision.
Bail conditions include no contact with the complainant, no visits to their home or business, and no travel outside Gauteng without notifying the investigating officer.
Six EMPD officers are based in Edenvale, while four SAPS members are stationed at Tsakane Police Station. All were arrested on 4 August at Edenvale Police Station on allegations of theft and corruption.
The charges stem from a 4 June multi-agency law enforcement raid on a shop in Edenvale, during which the officers allegedly seized R35 000 in cash, cigarettes, and three packs of headache tablets without properly recording the items.
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The prosecution confirmed the state is pursuing theft charges, a Schedule Five offence, against all accused. Court proceedings have been postponed to 8 September for further investigation.
