Crime Wardens: Lesufi’s private army puts themselves and residents at risk and must be disbanded
13 December 2023
When we take over after next year’s elections, ActionSA will immediately pull crime prevention wards off the street and put those that qualify through proper police training.
The announcement by the Minister of Justice and Correctional Services, Ronald Lamola, to grant Gauteng Premier, Panyaza Lesufi’s Crime Prevention Wardens peace officer status is another desperate attempt by the ANC to ensure that these wardens are recognised through Section 334(1)(a) of the Criminal Procedures Act, 1977, which would justify their presence within our communities despite their incompetence.
This is not only reckless but also a complete disregard for the safety of not only the wardens but also the residents of Gauteng, as inadequately trained individuals have been unlawfully authorised to protect communities.
An accumulation of evidence has all pointed to the entire programme being an electioneering tool used by the Premier and ruling government to secure votes ahead of the upcoming elections.