South Africa: Crime Intelligence - Axing Mdluli Will Allow Cops to 'Release State Power' On Crime While New Hawks Head Sought - Mbalula

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After seven years on suspension, Richard Mdluli has finally been removed as head of SAPS crime intelligence. Minister of "fearfokol" Fikile Mbalula made the announcement on Wednesday, claiming a revolution is under way within the police service. By ORATENG LEPODISE and GREG NICOLSON.

Speaking in Pretoria, Police Minister Fikile Mbalula announced on Wednesday that an agreement had been reached for Lieutenant-General Richard Mdluli, the suspended head of crime intelligence, to be relieved from his duties immediately, with full benefits. Mdluli was suspended in 2011 with full pay.

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