POLOKWANE – The former Seshego District Court public prosecutor Guesta Rhulani Maboela (48) was convicted by the Polokwane Specialised Commercial Crimes court on Tuesday (November 8) on charges of corruption, extortion and defeating the ends of justice.
In May 2019, Maboela demanded R1 500 gratification from a complainant, who was arrested for driving under the influence of liquor, in order to withdraw the charges against him.
The Hawks provincial spokesperson Captain Matimba Maluleke said the complainant reported the matter to the Hawks’ Serious Corruption Investigation Unit and a swift undercover operation was conducted.
“The operation resulted in the arrest of the accused at her workplace soon after accepting gratification,” a statement read.
Maluleke added that an investigation discovered that the case of driving under the influence of liquor against the complainant was withdrawn.
Sentencing is expected on January 25, 2023 and Maboela will remain on extended bail until then.
