EMPD arrests driver with fake drivers licence
The suspect is facing charges of possession of a fraudulent driver’s licence and failing to stop.
A 35-year-old male motorist was detained by EMPD Thembisa precinct officers on December 6 and a fraudulent official document was seized.
While law enforcement authorities were working on Andrew Mapheto Drive near the Thembisa plaza, they attempted to stop an oncoming five-door gold Renault that appeared to be in a hurry.
This is according to Lieutenant Colonel Kelebogile Thepa, the EMPD’s media liaison officer.
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“A male occupant behind the steering wheel, who was alone in the vehicle, showed no intentions to stop as instructed by officers.
“A chase ensued and not long afterwards the hatch-back was cornered on the same stretch of road, next to Esangweni taxi rank.
“The nervous driver couldn’t give a sound answer for his clumsy action. A driver’s licence was requested and the motorist produced a counterfeit.
“The lawbreaker, facing charges of possession of a fraudulent driver’s license and failing to stop, was handcuffed and marched to the Thembisa South Police Station.
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“He is expected to appear in the Thembisa Magistrate’s Court soon,” said Thepa.
