SANParks hires independent investigator to look into Dlamini altercation
Five rangers at the Table Mountain National Park have been served with letters of intention to place them on precautionary suspension following the incident in which a top SA cyclist's arm was broken.
South African National Parks (SANParks) says it is engaging with an independent service provider to investigate the altercation between the park rangers and Nicholas Dlamini.
Dlamini suffered a broken arm during an arrest by the rangers.
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SANParks spokesperson, Raymond Thakhuli says management met with the rangers following the incident.
"The law requires that we allow them the opportunity to exercise their right to reply," said Thakhuli.
"Once we have received the replies, we will make an assessment and announce if they are suspended or not."
SANParks expressed regret at the turn of events and assured the public that the organisation is taking the matter seriously.
"We are wishing Nicholas a speedy recovery and we are committed to assisting him and his family", says Thakhuli.