High-ranking officers

The manipulation of promotional and security vetting processes to benefit a civilian without policing experience is presented as a serious allegation that requires investigation under section 27 referral and a preliminary investigation under section 28 (13).

“serious allegation being made here, that there is manipulation of processes by high-ranking officers giving a civilian with no experience and appointing her in a Crime Intelligence post”

Chief Mashaba expressed concern about involving high-ranking officials in operations due to the risk of interference or sabotage.

“The concern most of the time from seniors is interferences, most of the time”