Police stations will remain open during New Year’s Eve
Social media hoax regarding station closures angers police.
THE South African Police Service (SAPS) says reports circulating that police stations will be closed on New Year’s Eve are untrue. The hoax report, which has been widely circulated on social media, goes as far as quoting Acting National Commissioner Lieutenant General Khomotso Phahlane.
Police said the reports are “misguided humour, tasteless and misleading” and making a mockery of the important work performed by essential services, such as the police and the medical fraternity.
“The South African Police Service, in complete contrast to this report, has intensified its efforts to ensure that all in South Africa are and feel safe over the festive season.
“Countrywide operations were launched several weeks ago and there is no doubt that our communities have witnessed the heightened police visibility,” police spokesperson Brigadier Sally de Beer said.
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