Police warn over persistent Watloo licensing scam

Residents are warned that if they are found engaging or endorsing these types of scams they may be charged with corruption as well.

Silverton police are urging Tshwane Waltloo Licensing and Testing Centre clients to refrain from carrying cash or paying unauthorised people called “runners” outside the facility.

People are allegedly paying the runners to fast-track the process of their required service at the facility.

Police spokesperson Captain Johan van Dyk said clients needed to note that the facility operated a cashless process.

He said despite this, clients were giving money to runners to make their process and services quicker, which was prohibited.

Van Dyk said the Silverton SAPS have registered numerous cases regarding clients falling for scams which the police were investigating.

“We still have fraudulent cases reported at Waltloo Testing grounds. Residents must note it is a cashless facility.”

He advised the public not to pay a person outside the pay points in any case.

“The scams are being looked into and it is believed that unsuspecting residents pay those supposed runners who suddenly disappear with their money.”

“If you are also in support of this, SAPS can also charge you with corruption if you pay these runners outside in the parking area.”

He advised residents not to carry cash or entertain the scammers.

“Never pay cash to anyone you do not know and trust.”

To report such scams people are advised to contact the National Traffic Anti-Corruption Unit (NTACU).

This unit was established as a response to the challenges of ethical conduct facing the road traffic department.

The unit’s key mandate is to eliminate fraud and corruption within the national, provincial and local road traffic departments by ensuring the safety of all drivers, vehicles and road users who are using the country’s roads.

NTACU investigates cases of alleged corruption at driver/learner testing centres, vehicle testing centres, vehicle registration centres and officer corruption, among others.

Where to report fraudulent and corrupt activity

Anyone can report to the National Anti-Corruption Hotline at 0861 400 800.

A report can be made directly to the National Road Traffic Anti-Corruption email: NTACU@rtmc.co.za.

Information required when reporting fraudulent and corrupt activity

– The place where the fraudulent and corrupt activity took place.

– Date and time of the incident.

– Names of people involved.

– Amount of money involved or description of gratification/gift/token of appreciation given.

– Any other information or proof.

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