11 South African traffic officers in Limpopo arrested for bribe-taking; undercover operation "Coconut."

In Limpopo, South Africa, eleven traffic officers were arrested for allegedly accepting bribes instead of issuing fines for traffic violations on the N1 highway. The arrests, conducted by the Road Traffic Management Anti-Corruption Unit and South African Police, stemmed from an undercover operation named "Coconut," which targeted corrupt law enforcement practices. The officers are set to appear in court on charges of extortion and obstructing justice.

September 06, 2024
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