South African Police Service (SAPS) officials deny online claims circulating on WhatsApp that a senior police general took bribes to ensure criminal dockets “disappear.” According to SAPS, the message is false and forms part of misinformation being spread through social media platforms.
SAPS says it is actively addressing rumours and fabricated allegations by warning the public not to treat unverified WhatsApp posts as fact. The service indicates it is taking steps to counter the impact of such messages, including clarifying that the allegations do not reflect any official findings.
The reporting focuses on SAPS’s response rather than on any confirmed investigation outcome tied to the specific WhatsApp claim. No substantiated details about the alleged bribery are provided in the available coverage, and the emphasis remains on SAPS’s denial and the broader effort to combat misinformation. The police position is that the circulating allegations are not accurate and are intended to mislead.
