The councillor accused of extortion reportedly demanded R50,000 and warned construction would be interrupted if not paid.
According to unconfirmed reports, the councillor allegedly demanded R50,000 and warned that construction would be interrupted if not paid.The SA Police Service’s anti-gang unit has arrested three suspects, including a ward councillor over alleged extortion
“The contractor reported the matter to the police in early September, who after thorough investigations, arrested the trio.”, Hlongwane and Sejeso allegedly demanded R50,000 each and warned that construction would be interrupted if not paid. ‘Extortion is a criminal offence where an individual illegally obtains money, property or services from another person by threatening harm or using coercive measures.
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