Will Johannesburg motorists become the unwitting victims of a revenue-driven system undermining road safety? As calls mount for transparency and accountability, the integrity of law enforcement hangs in the balance.
Allegations emerge that JMPD enforces R7,000 daily fine targets, turning policing into a cash grab. The DA demands Premier Lesufi end revenue-based policing and restore public trust. Motorists in Johannesburg are increasingly becoming cash cows for the city, as alarming allegations emerged that Johannesburg Metropolitan Police Department officers are being pressured to issue a minimum of R7 000 in traffic fines per day.
Michael Sun, DA spokesperson for Community Safety, said JMPD officers are being incentivised with overtime pay, turning law enforcement into a money-making exercise instead of focusing on public safety. “Many of these operations are non-compliant with the National Road Traffic Act and SAPS Standing Orders. By reclassifying illegal roadblocks as “roadside checks”, JMPD evades crucial legal requirements, including proper authorisation by a senior officer, clear signage, adequate warning to motorists, among others,” Sun added.
Fihla reiterated that the department’s main priority is promoting compliance with traffic regulations to enhance road safety, not to meet any set number of fines. He added, “Corrupt politicians who have looted public funds are now trying to fix their financial mess by targeting poor motorists. The City of Johannesburg financial crisis is well-documented, and they are definitely looking for a shortcut to solve their financial conundrum. Remember that the treasury is on their case regarding their wasteful expenditure.”
“The ANC leaders are soft when they deal with corruption, especially when members of their factions are involved. Lesufi will not do anything regarding the deteriorating situation at CoJ because he failed to address the crisis at Emfuleni.” He added.
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