The Directorate for Priority Crime Investigation in Springbok has expanded its investigation into SAPS fraudulent travel claims totaling an estimated R3.4 million.
Two suspects, a 45 year old Captain and a 31 year old former administration officer who recently resigned, were arrested last week Thursday 7 December 2017, for alleged fraud, money laundering and theft.
The duo is allegedly linked to Siyabonga Mangqishi (36) case, a finance administration clerk from Springbok SAPS.
Mangqishi was arrested on 16 January 2017 for allegedly submitting fictitious financial applications varying from cash advances claims, accommodation costs using personal details of fellow colleagues.
The fraudulent transactions dates back to 2014 until January this year. Mangqishi will be joining his two co-accused at Springbok Magistrates court.
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