THE National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) has confirmed that the matter against the four Durban Metro Police officers accused of extortion was not enrolled at the Pinetown Magistrate’s Court last Friday (June 19) due to “insufficient evidence”.

The spokesperson of the NPA in KZN, Natasha Ramkisson-Kara, said this decision followed “a perusal of the docket”, which has since been “returned to the SAPS for further investigations”.

The four officers were due to appear at the court following their arrest for allegedly extorting a businessman in the KwaSanti area.

Durban Metro Police Service (DMPS) spokesperson, Colonel Boysie Zungu, had confirmed that the incident allegedly occurred on Monday, June 15, and that investigations led to the arrest of the four officers.

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 “Following the allegations and subsequent arrest, the Durban Metro Police Service suspended the four officers pending the outcome of the criminal investigation and internal disciplinary processes.

“The Durban Metro Police Service maintains a zero-tolerance approach to corruption, extortion, and any form of criminal conduct by its members. The Service remains committed to upholding the highest standards of integrity, professionalism, and accountability, and will continue to co-operate fully with SAPS and all relevant authorities.

“The public is encouraged to report any incidents of corruption or misconduct involving law enforcement officials through the appropriate reporting channels,” said Zungu.

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