By Staff Reporter
The Portfolio Committee on Police has expressed concern about the low number of arrests of those involved in attacks and extortion on long-haul buses, despite clear evidence provided by bus companies.
It met Golden Arrow and Intercape officials following numerous reports of violence against them and various litigations against the SA Police Service.
“While we acknowledge the comprehensive work done by the police to implement mitigating initiatives to protect bus companies and their commuters, it remains concerning that of the 300 cases reported between Golden Arrow and Intercape, no arrest has been made by the police,” committee chairperson Ian Cameron said in a statement.
“What is even more worrying is that among the 300 cases, there is a murder case that has not been solved as yet. The arrest and prosecution of perpetrators is the only logical deterrence against such cowardly acts, and the lack of movement
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