Police warn against misinformation as Joslin Smith search continues
Western Cape police have welcomed the assistance from members of the public in efforts to find missing 6-year-old Joslin Smith.
However, the SAPS are concerned by what they call a combination of "misinformation, half-truths and misleading information".
Smith has been missing since early February and since then, various theories have surfaced about what might have happened to her.
Provincial police spokesperson Malcolm Pojie said misinformation could jeopardise the search.
“Due to the time that has passed since she was reported missing, our search and investigations have taken and assumed different approaches. At times led by information at our disposal, we have utilised specialised capabilities.
“Our investigators supported by members from visible policing and specialised units with interventions from other law enforcement agencies as well as scores of community members have been hard at work since she was reported missing. We welcome support form civilians with regard to the search, but it must be properly coordinated and within the perimeters of the law.
“As the lead agency in investigations, mandated by law our dedicated investigators to the case are applying the required principles of investigations as their work unfolds with a view to taking the matter to court when required. Every endeavour is made to find the missing girl," added Pojie.
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