Mpumalanga traffic officials arrested for fraud, corruption
Fourteen officials, including traffic officers and a driving school operator, were arrested for fraud and corruption on Monday.
The arrests were linked to the irregular issuing of driver's licenses and bribery.
In 2021, an investigation was launched following allegations that a driving school owner in Sabie colluded with departmental officials in issuing learners license’s and drivers licenses to applicants without being tested, after paying exorbitant amount of cash.
Spokesperson for the Road Traffic Management Corporation Simon Zwane has urged members of the public not to engage in bribery.
“The arrests followed extensive investigations involving the RTMC Anti-Corruption Unit, the Hawks, and the Crime Intelligence. The suspects are expected to face charges of fraud, corruption and contravention of the National Road Traffic Act.
“Members of the public who obtain licences through corrupt means pose a danger to other motorists; members of the public are encouraged to desist from these corrupt activities.”
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