The Gauteng Office of the Premier wishes to inform the public that Gauteng Traffic Police Chief Inspector Samuel Mashaba has been placed on precautionary suspension pending the conclusion of a formal disciplinary process.The decision follows testimony provided by Chief Inspector Mashaba before the Madlanga Commission, during which he made admissions relating to conduct that may constitute serious breaches of the Public Service Code of Conduct, departmental policies, and applicable laws governing public servants.The admissions include allegations relating to:
• The misuse of official powers entrusted to him as a law enforcement officer;
• The misuse of departmental tools of trade and state resources;
• The acceptance of compensation from a member of the public in circumstances that raise concerns regarding conflicts of interest and ethical conduct.
The Gauteng Provincial Government takes these allegations seriously and is committed to ensuring the highest standards…
