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The Citizen
3 hours ago
- The Citizen
3 cops charged for defeating the ends of Justice
3 cops charged for defeating the ends of Justice Three police officers from White River Police Station appeared in the Nelspruit Magistrate's Court on Thursday on charges of defeating the ends of justice. Sergeants Jabulani Wisdom Mbuyane (43), Solomon Mebo (49) and Constable Levandre LaReservee (32) were arrested following a tip-off regarding police involvement in the illegal transportation of drugs. ALSO READ: KZN police commissioner calls on youth to serve on force National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) regional spokesperson for Mpumalanga, Monica Nyuswa said on Tuesday that law enforcement officials acted on information regarding a police vehicle escorting another vehicle that was allegedly transporting dagga along the N4 near the Matsulu T-junction. 'The police intercepted both cars matching the description. Upon searching, they discovered over 100 bags of dagga. 'The accused officers were on duty, in full uniform, and driving a marked police vehicle at the time of the incident. 'All three officers were granted bail of R1 500 each,' she said, adding that the case has been postponed to 25 July for further investigation. Joseph Joel Mamba (44) and Monica Zwane (34), suspected of transporting the dagga, appeared before the same court on charges of dealing in drugs. 'They have been remanded in custody, and their case has been postponed to Tuesday for a formal bail application,' said Nyuswa. Don't have the ZO app? Download it to your Android or Apple device here: HAVE YOUR SAY Like our Facebook page and follow us on Twitter. For news straight to your phone invite us: WhatsApp – 060 784 2695 Instagram – zululand_observer At Caxton, we employ humans to generate daily fresh news, not AI intervention. Happy reading!
The Citizen
a day ago
- The Citizen
UPDATE: Three policemen appear in court for allegedly escorting vehicle transporting dagga
UPDATE: Three policemen appear in court for allegedly escorting vehicle transporting dagga The three Flying Squad cops, Sergeant Solomon Mebo (49), Sergeant Jabulane Mbuyane (43) and Constable Lavandre LaReservee (32), who were arrested yesterday for allegedly escorting a vehicle transporting dagga on the N4, appeared in the Nelspruit Magistrate's Court today. They they were charged with defeating the ends of justice. They were granted bail of R1 500 each. Their next court appearance is scheduled for July 25. Other related charges could be added as the investigation progresses. ALSO READ: Three cops among five arrested in drug bust on N4 The two occupants of the vehicle, Joel Mamba (44) and Monica Zwane (34), are facing separate charges of dealing in dagga and will appear in court on June 17 for their bail application. They were caught allegedly transporting more than a 100 bags of dagga in a Toyota Corolla, while allegedly being escorted by the three policemen on the N4 near the Matsulu T-junction. ALSO READ: Two men arrested for possession of dagga of more than R4.7m Lowvelder will inform its readers of the outcome of the upcoming court appearances. At Caxton, we employ humans to generate daily fresh news, not AI intervention. Happy reading! Stay in the know. Download the Caxton Local News Network App Stay in the know. Download the Caxton Local News Network App here
The Citizen
3 days ago
- The Citizen
3 cops among 5 due in Mbombela court after 107 bags of dagga seized
3 cops among 5 due in Mbombela court after 107 bags of dagga seized Five people, including three police officers, are expected to appear in the Nelspruit Magistrate's Court tomorrow. According to Mpumalanga News, they were arrested after more than 100 bags of marijuana were confiscated along the N4 toll road yesterday afternoon. 'The three police officers, aged between 32 and 49, were apprehended while they were allegedly escorting a vehicle trafficking 107 bags of dagga along the N4 near the Matsulu T-junction. They were intercepted at about 15:00,' says Mpumalanga police spokesperson Lieutenant Colonel Jabu Ndubane. The officers are attached to the White River Flying Squad. According to a report, the officers were on duty, in full uniform, and travelling in a marked police vehicle. Ndubane says the Matsulu SAPS had received a tip-off concerning the suspicious activity. 'Members of the Matsulu SAPS responded accordingly and cornered the suspects. The three policemen are facing charges relating to corrupt activities they were allegedly involved in. They are also facing a charge of defeating the ends of justice. Other related charges could be added as the investigation continues,' she adds. The other two suspects, a man and a woman, were travelling in a white Toyota Corolla carrying the cannabis. They were also arrested and face separate charges of dealing in dagga. Ndubane says the confiscated dagga is estimated to be worth millions of rands, and that more charges may be added against the suspects. While their court appearance looms, internal disciplinary action will in the meantime be instituted against the three officers. The acting provincial police commissioner, Major General Dr Zeph Mkhwanazi, emphasises that no one is above the law. 'If a member of the SAPS is found to have been on the wrong side of the law, regardless of his status, the law will have to take its course without any fear or favour,' says Mkhwanazi. This is not the first time members of the White River Flying Squad have been implicated in criminal activity along the N4. In August 2023, a group of officers from the same unit were arrested after they were found in possession of high-calibre firearms believed to have been used in a cash-in-transit heist along the Malalane/Jeppes Reef road a few days earlier. Their matter is still in court. At Caxton, we employ humans to generate daily fresh news, not AI intervention. Happy reading!
