WATCH: SAPS investigates video of alleged drunk cop
The South African Police Service has launched an investigation after a TikTok video of an alleged drunk police officer went viral.
A video showing a police officer being accused of being drunk has sparked controversy online.
According to The Citizen, SAPS has launched an investigation into the viral TikTok video, which shows a police officer in uniform who is allegedly intoxicated.
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The video, which was shared online, shows a group of bystanders confronting the police officer and accusing him of being drunk while on duty.
North West police spokesperson Brigadier Sabata Mokgwabone said that the provincial commissioner made it clear that such behaviour from officers will not be tolerated.
"Ill-discipline and intemperate behaviour by members shall not be tolerated.
"These allegations cannot and should not be taken lightly as they are damaging to the integrity and professional image of the SAPS, further contributing to the trust deficit between the police and the community," he said.
The Citizen reports that the Commissioner has called for an immediate investigation.
"If indeed true, [this] amounts not only to serious misconduct but also a criminal offence," the statement said.
Mokgwabone added that these types of claims are damaging to the image of the SAPS and contribute to the growing distrust of the police.
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"Efforts have been made by talking to locals to obtain evidence, and it has been indicated that the two are best placed to help unravel the allegations against the police officer," Mokgwabone noted.
The incident also came with a warning to residents:
"Making and publicising information of such a serious nature without reporting it to the relevant authorities may result in [individuals] being charged for defeating or obstructing the course of justice."
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