Blue light bullies must be brought to book
03 July 2023
The DA is deeply disturbed by a video on social media showing members of the SAPS VIP policing unit assaulting civilians with firearms, raising concerns about the conduct of law enforcement.
The brutal attack by armed men on unarmed motorists cannot be condoned, and immediate action should be taken to arrest and charge the perpetrators.
The DA has referred the incident to the IPID for investigation, emphasizing the need for accountability and a professional police service in South Africa.
The DA is deeply disturbed by the video circulating on social media showing individuals, who appear to be members of the South African Police Service (SAPS) VIP policing unit in official vehicles in Fourways, engaging in the physical assault of two civilians by the roadside while brandishing their firearms. The footage is highly distressing and raises serious concerns about the conduct of those who are supposed to uphold the law.