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IOL News reports that the SA Police Service (SAPS) has dismissed Mzwandile Tiyo, the head of crime intelligence in the Western Cape, following allegations of misconduct.
The dismissal follows a Section 34 inquiry, prompted by allegations that Tiyo lost both a laptop and a firearm. Reports suggest that Tiyo then used crime intelligence resources to track down the individuals who had stolen the items and subsequently assaulted them. The dismissal decision has been welcomed by Ian Cameron, chairperson of the portfolio committee on police, who described the dismissal as a crucial step toward restoring the service’s credibility. He condemned Tiyo’s actions, saying: “It is unacceptable that a law enforcement officer unilaterally abused state resources to hide their misdeeds. The fact that the state assets were stolen at a tavern points to sheer disregard for the office he holds.” Cameron also called for the completion of the ongoing criminal investigation and prosecution to ensure justice was served.
- Read the full original of the report in the above regard by Hope Ntanzi at IOL News
- See too, SAPS fires Western Cape Crime Intelligence boss Mzwandile Tiyo, at News24 (registration required)
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