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17-07-2025
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'Today, I choose to break my silence': City law enforcement officer probed for domestic violence
Allegations of domestic violence against a City of Cape Town law enforcement officer have led to an official investigation, following a powerful social media disclosure by Shauna Rhoda. Image: Facebook The City's Law Enforcement Directorate will be instituting disciplinary action against one of their officers after his estranged partner took to social media with shocking images and allegations of physical abuse. The Facebook post by Shauna Rhoda shared widely this week, shows images of bruises to her face, legs and arms. Attempts were made to reach Rhoda via her Facebook account and telephonically but she did not respond. The post read: 'Today, I choose to break my silence, not just for myself, but for every woman who has suffered in silence, been failed by the system, and told her pain wasn't enough. For years, I endured sexual, mental, and emotional abuse at the hands of someone who was supposed to protect and care for me, a man I was in a relationship with, a father to our two children, and a City of Cape Town law enforcement officer. I will not be silenced, I will not be intimidated. And I will not stop until justice is served not just for me, but for every woman who's ever been told her pain wasn't real enough to matter. To the City of Cape Town, this is who you have representing your badge." Shauna Rhoda shows her bruised eye. Image: Facebook Wayne Dyason, spokesperson for City Law Enforcement, said they will be taking action against the officer. 'The City of Cape Town became aware of the allegations against the officer earlier this month. It is viewed in a serious light and this matter is being dealt with in terms of City policies and processes, including a disciplinary process that will be implemented,' he said. Siya Monakali, of Ilitha Labantu, said: "We note with serious concern the recent public disclosure made by Shauna Rhoda, who on July 15, used social media to share a deeply painful account of prolonged abuse. This case raises urgent questions for the City of Cape Town. When those tasked with upholding the law are accused of violating it so gravely, it is not only a matter of internal discipline but of public accountability. The City must act swiftly and transparently to investigate these allegations and demonstrate that it takes such claims seriously." Get your news on the go, click here to join the Cape Argus News WhatsApp channel. Cape Argus
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10-06-2025
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Law Enforcement officer arrested for murder and kidnapping
The Law Enforcement officer was arrested on Monday. Image: File A City Law Enforcement officer attached to the Anti-Land Invasion Unit has been arrested on charges of murder, kidnapping, and extortion. A multi-disciplinary operation led by the Hawks, Provincial Anti-Kidnapping Unit, and Provincial Organised Crime, resulted in the apprehension of the 43-year-old officer. Hawks spokesperson Siyabulela Vukubi said the kidnapping is alleged to have taken place on May 16 in Kraaifontein. 'The victim was last seen by a friend who reported that the victim went to Bellville to view a vehicle he intended to purchase and never came back. Instead, another friend of the victim received a call from the victim reporting that he had been kidnapped and was being assaulted,' Vukubi said. Simultaneously, the suspects demanded a ransom of R100 000 for the victim's release. The suspects made further phone calls, and the ransom was reduced to R10 000. 'The suspects subsequently provided a bank account where the money should be deposited. It was alleged that an amount of R5000 was deposited into that bank account, and the suspects continued to demand the balance,' Vukubi said. On May 17, 2025, the team followed all the leads that led them to addresses in Philippi and Kleinvlei, which resulted in the arrest of four accused: Mogamat Samuels, 33, Thokozani Kamnjunga, 36, Existing Mudivari, 33, and Yasseen Jele, 30, who have already made a court appearance. 'The team was led to an open field on the dunes between Monwabisi Beach and Macassar, where one of the accused pointed out a shallow grave where the victim was killed and buried. Upon further probe, it transpired that the City of Cape Town Law Enforcement vehicle, which was driven by the suspect, was utilised in the commission of this heinous crime,' Vukubi said. The officer is expected to make his first appearance in the Bluedowns Magistrate's Court on Tuesday, thereafter, he will be joining his co-accused in the dock on June 12. Video Player is loading. Play Video Play Unmute Current Time 0:00 / Duration -:- Loaded : 0% Stream Type LIVE Seek to live, currently behind live LIVE Remaining Time - 0:00 This is a modal window. Beginning of dialog window. Escape will cancel and close the window. Text Color White Black Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Background Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Transparent Window Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Transparent Semi-Transparent Opaque Font Size 50% 75% 100% 125% 150% 175% 200% 300% 400% Text Edge Style None Raised Depressed Uniform Dropshadow Font Family Proportional Sans-Serif Monospace Sans-Serif Proportional Serif Monospace Serif Casual Script Small Caps Reset restore all settings to the default values Done Close Modal Dialog End of dialog window. Advertisement Video Player is loading. Play Video Play Unmute Current Time 0:00 / Duration -:- Loaded : 0% Stream Type LIVE Seek to live, currently behind live LIVE Remaining Time - 0:00 This is a modal window. Beginning of dialog window. Escape will cancel and close the window. Text Color White Black Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Background Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Transparent Window Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Transparent Semi-Transparent Opaque Font Size 50% 75% 100% 125% 150% 175% 200% 300% 400% Text Edge Style None Raised Depressed Uniform Dropshadow Font Family Proportional Sans-Serif Monospace Sans-Serif Proportional Serif Monospace Serif Casual Script Small Caps Reset restore all settings to the default values Done Close Modal Dialog End of dialog window. Next Stay Close ✕ Law Enforcement spokesperson Wayne Dyason confirmed the arrest. He said the matter was being investigated by the City's Safety and Security Information Management Systems (SSIMS) Unit in collaboration with the Hawks and they will continue to cooperate with SAPS to ensure a swift conclusion to the investigation and prosecution. 'While the arrest of the officer is disappointing, the Safety and Security Directorate is committed to rooting out corrupt and criminal elements and will not hesitate to investigate and take the required action when wrongdoing is uncovered. This matter is also being dealt with in terms of City policies and processes, and a disciplinary process is underway,' Dyason said. Cape Times
