Police slackness blamed for injustices in Cape Town courts

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At least 92 criminal cases in some of Cape Town’s crime hotspots have been struck off the court roll in the past three months – allegedly thanks to police slackness.

Among the most concerning was a case involving a man charged with illegal possession of a firearm and ammunition, which was initially heard at Khayelitsha court.

Fritz said while the Covid-19 pandemic had undoubtedly slowed the cogs of the criminal justice system,"it is inexcusable that someone who allegedly poses a threat to the lives of others be allowed to roam the streets freely. These charges are serious, and it is unacceptable that dockets are not present at court.”

Fritz said: “As a country and province, we are plagued by gender-based violence and femicide and domestic violence. We must work together at every level government, using every tool at our disposal to ensure that women feel safe and equal.

 

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All the money allocated for police training was transferred to Dubai

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And don’t forget to mention “non availability” of Judges and Sherrifs of the Court not doing their work!

Sounds like the cops got paid

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