According to EMPD spokesperson Clifford Shogwe, Chief Superintendent Mbele, who is head of Duduza EMPD, is left traumatised and humiliated by the assaulted which occurred  front in full view of adults and learners. Shongwe told HERAUT today that the accused had parked illegally on a solid white line and Mbele had reprimanded him. The suspect then attacked officer Mbele.

The accused was arrested, detained and appeared in Dunnottar Court on August 16, but the case was postponed until 8 September, pending further investigation.

Officer Mbele is back at work and still recovering, but according to Shonge, he sustained no visible injuries.

Watch the video of the assault on EMPD officer Col Mbele here: