Sunnyside cop arrested on charges of corruption and theft
A 34-year-old police officer is expected to appear at the Pretoria Commercial Court on Friday on charges of corruption, extortion and theft.
Sunnyside police spokesperson Daniel Mavimbela says the suspect was nabbed following a probe by its anti-corruption unit.
"Reports suggest that the suspect had stopped the motorist whom he reportedly accused of driving under the influence of an intoxicating substance before the 46-year-old complainant was reportedly extorted and allowed to drive off without any charges being laid against him."
It is alleged that R 4000 was extorted from the motorist.
Mavimbela says they view allegations of corruption in a serious light.