EMPD Commissioner Isaac Mapiyeye honoured seven EMPD officers for their bravery, outstanding service, contribution to counter-terrorism operations, traffic law enforcement and long-standing service to the department.

The officers were recognised during an award ceremony in Bedfordview on October 1 as part of the National Chiefs Forum.

Among those honoured were three officers from the Germiston South Precinct, who received the Silver Cross for Bravery following a daring rescue during a serious road accident on Refinery Road at the M2 on-ramp.

Two officers from Specialised Services were awarded the Silver Decoration for Outstanding Service for the arrest of two Interpol Red Notice wanted fugitives linked to terrorism in the United States of America.

One of the officers also received a second medal, a Commendation Medal, for his role in the arrest of three terrorism suspects.

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The operation was conducted in conjunction with the Counter Extremism Unit of the SAPS Head Office.

Another Commendation Medal was awarded to an officer from the Overloads Unit for 138 arrests, 206 vehicle impoundments and 64 discontinuation notices resulting from traffic law enforcement operations on the freeways in Ekurhuleni as part of the Freeway Pedestrian Project, conducted between January 1, 2025 and August 2026.

The department also recognised long-standing commitment to public service, with Colonel MN Bloemhof receiving the 40-Year Loyal Service medal.

The medal ceremony serves as an acknowledgement of the commitment and professionalism demonstrated by members in carrying out their responsibilities and serving the communities of the City of Ekurhuleni.

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