New spokesperson appointed for EMPD
Chief Supt Kelebogile “Lebo” Thepa, a mother of one and the dedicated public servant in her late 30s, joined the EMPD in 2009.
The long-overdue spokespersons post at EMPD was recently filled with the appointment of a superintendent.
Chief of police Jabulani Mapiyeye made an official announcement on June 8 at a small event in Bedfordview.
Chief Supt Kelebogile “Lebo” Thepa, a mother of one and the dedicated public servant in her late 30s, joined the EMPD in 2009.
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She made her way through the ranks while she studied towards her law degree.
The newly appointed spokesperson started as a constable, working as the precinct officer in Thembisa area.
She then joined the Freeway Unit, the EMPD Training Academy and was later promoted to an inspector position.
In 2019, she was promoted to superintendent and led the EMPD VIP Protection Unit until May.
“We are thrilled, that finally a chief superintendent with such a rich knowledge is occupying the spokespersons position, under the Media and PR Unit.
“Her experience in this crucial position will come in handy,” Mapiyeye said.
Thepa is the first woman to be appointed as a spokesperson since the inception of the EMPD in 2002.
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