Fake emergency services documents are circulating in Hammanskraal.

According to Tshwane Emergency Services Department (ESD) spokesperson Lindsay Zwelithini Mnguni, they have been made aware of the distribution of fake documents in the form of registration certificates and other correspondence bearing the City of Tshwane letterhead.

“These documents, which are mainly distributed in the vicinity of Hammanskraal, north of Pretoria, also include permits to store hazardous substances.”

Mnguni warned the public not to be deceived or take part in the illegal issuance of such fake documentation as this is fraudulent.

The public should note that legitimate ESD Fire Safety Officers, always dressed in uniform and carrying an official appointment certificate, will not ask for any cash payment.

“It remains a criminal offence to make, submit and circulate a false document. If members of the public are uncertain about the legitimacy of ESD documents and/or about an individual claiming to be an emergency official, we urge them to contact the ESD immediately on 107 toll-free or 012 358 6300/6400 and ask the Business Operations Division Fire Safety Section for verification.

“We also wish to warn these fake document distributors that they will be arrested, charged, and prosecuted, as their actions border on criminality.”

Mnguni said the ESD has now engaged law enforcement authorities to institute an investigation to ensure that these perpetrators are brought to book.

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