KZN Premier aims to have forensic lab running by year-end
KZN premier Thami Ntuli says they hope to have a forensic lab to process DNA evidence up and running before the end of the year.
The facility will help to fast track DNA tests needed in police investigations.
Speaking to Newzroom Afrika Ntuli says land has been made available by KZN public works for a facility in Durban.
He's says having a local lab will be vital in solving GBV cases that are being delayed by backlogs.
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" It's all dependent on the police to say we can carry on but on our side we have someone who is ready to assist with the money to either build or put equipment.
"I will be engaging with the Ministers of Police and Public Works to try and seek for concurrence in the use of the facility."
