Backlog at SAPS forensic labs not acceptable, says Cele
The police minister apologised to victims of crime and promised to get things up to speed within 18 months
11 May 2021 - 18:36
The backlog of more than 280,000 cases at the SA Police Service (SAPS) forensic laboratories has been a “nightmare” for everyone relying on their services, police minister Bheki Cele conceded in parliament on Tuesday.
He apologised to all victims of crime “for the pain and anguish these delays have caused” and said the backlog is “unacceptable” and gave assurance that the problem is being addressed...
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