Mchunu: SA crime has reached ‘intolerable’ levels
The country's new police minister has vowed to take a tougher stance against crime.
Senzo Mchunu says the crime levels are intolerably high.
"The leading crimes in the country currently are contact crimes such as murders and rape, as well as hijackings and kidnappings for ransom payments.
"The killing of women and children also continues to be cause for serious concern and warrants intensive action from law enforcement. It is for this reason that we are saying there are going to be instances where we will take tough action as we move forward."
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Mchunu has outlined priorities for the ministry at a press conference on Monday.
He says they will act decisively to curb criminality.
"Our mission is clear: our country must be safe for all citizens. People all over South Africa must be able to move around at any time without fear of marauding criminals."
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