Thu Sep 05 16:56:49 UTC 2024: – Deputy President Paul Mashatile has expressed deep concern over rising crime rates in South Africa, particularly in provinces like KwaZulu-Natal and the Western Cape.
– Mashatile emphasised the need for a comprehensive approach to combating crime, involving not only the police but also communities and private security companies.
– The government is working on a comprehensive plan to address the issue, which includes increasing resources for intelligence, training more police officers, and reviewing legislation to ensure police are not restricted from acting in violent encounters.
– Mashatile encouraged police officers to use force to defend themselves in situations of violence and urged communities to work with the police to identify criminals.
– The government’s comprehensive plan to combat crime is set to be finalised by September 12.
‘We don’t want them to die with the guns in their holsters’ – Mashatile defends police
‘We don’t want them to die with the guns in their holsters’ – Mashatile defends police
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