Former Top Cop Phahlane in Court Over Alleged Corruption

Former acting National Police Commissioner, Khomotso Phahlane, appeared in the Specialised Commercial Crimes court Thursday morning, to face alleged corruption and money-laundering charges.

Phahlane and his wife, Beauty, handed themselves over to the authorities.

Phahlane has been facing allegations of corruption and has been under investigation by the police watchdog, Independent Police Investigative Directorate (IPID).

Phahlane, who was suspended in June 2017, is accused of fraud and corruption for allegedly taking kickbacks to secure police tenders for a company during his tenure as head of the police’s forensics division.

There have also been questions around how he could afford a multi-million rand home and luxury cars.

Ipid said it’s ready to proceed with the trial of Phahlane, his wife, and car dealer Durandt Snyman.

The case has been postponed for a month to allow the defence team to study the State’s docket.

The three accused were granted bail of R10,000 each.

Source:  SAnews.gov.za