The Gauteng Department of Health launches an investigation into allegations that officials at the Germiston Forensic Pathology Service mortuary extort money from grieving families in exchange for postmortem services.
The inquiry follows claims described by the outlet as “bribes for postmortems,” suggesting families are pressured to pay to secure reports or procedures. The investigation is part of the department’s response to concerns about conduct at a forensic pathology facility that handles deaths and postmortem processes. Details such as who is accused, the nature of the payments alleged, and whether any arrests or disciplinary steps have been taken are not provided in the available report.
As reported, the focus is on whether there is misconduct linked to extortion or bribery. The outlet frames the allegations as extortion targeting families, while other specifics—such as how complaints were lodged and what evidence the investigation will review—remain unclear based on the single source provided.
