SAPS dismisses resurfaced image as outdated
The Limpopo Provincial Police warn against fake news through social media platforms and an outdated image resurfacing.
The Acting Provincial Commissioner in Limpopo, Major General Jan Scheepers, stressed that an image doing the rounds on social media again, regarding the sign outside Jane Furse Police Station, is misleading the public, as the mistake was corrected in 2022.
Scheepers appealed to members of the public to be responsible when using social media platforms, “It must be emphasised that the signage in question was corrected as far back as 2022. The image currently circulating is old and has resurfaced on social media.”
He highlighted the challenges of the spread of fake news through social media platforms, “We urge social media users and the general public to verify information before sharing it, as the dissemination of false or outdated content has the potential to undermine the image and credibility of the SAPS,” Scheepers cautioned.
Limpopo Provincial Police spokesperson Brigadier Hlulani Mashaba stated that the SAPS remains committed to maintaining its corporate image, upholding its values, strengthening public trust, and demonstrating an unwavering commitment to serving and protecting communities.
