Limpopo Law Enforcement Prepared to Ensure Safety During Elections
South African Police Service (SAPS) and various law enforcement agencies in Limpopo says they are combat ready to ensure the safety and security of all citizens during the upcoming national and provincial government elections.
Provincial Commissioner of SAPS in Limpopo, Lieutenant General Thembi Hadebe has outlined comprehensive measures to maintain law and order during the heightened election period.
Hadebe said a strategic operational plan has been developed to address potential threats, with specific focus on preventing and swiftly responding to any incidents of violence or unrest during the election period.
She said that SAPS engaged with local leaders, civil society organizations and community policing forums to promote co-operation and ensure a peaceful election period.
Hadebe reiterated that the law enforcement agencies led by SAPS are working closely with the Independent Electoral Commission (IEC), local government bodies and other relevant agencies to co-ordinate efforts and ensure a seamless and secure election process.
Joint operation centres have been established to facilitate real-time communication and rapid response.
“Our officers are dedicated to ensure that every citizen can exercise their right to vote in a safe and secure environment. We urge the public to co-operate with the law enforcement authorities and report any suspicious activities to help us maintain peace and order during this period,” said Lieutenant General Thembi Hadebe.
“Anyone with intentions to disrupt elections will be dealt with decisively and face the full might of law. The police have been deployed and ready to deal with any eventualities, especially at identified hot-spot areas,” concluded Lieutenant General Thembi Hadebe.
The police are currently investigating public unrest that erupted at Juju valley in Seshego and closely monitoring the area.
Cases such as attempted murder, assault with intent to cause grievous bodily harm, malicious damage to property, robbery and contravention of Sec 87(1)(f) of Electoral Act of 1998 are amongst some of the cases that are being investigated and arrests are imminent.