Task team launched to combat ‘extortion gangs’ in KZN
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police-led task team in KZN's zeroing in on criminal gangs invading
construction sites and other businesses to extort money.
President Cyril Ramaphosa said during his State of the Nation Address earlier this year, that the ongoing theft of economic infrastructure has damaged investor confidence and hampering job creation.
Police spokesperson Jay Naicker says the multi-disciplinary team was launched on Monday.
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"Three teams were formed that will be dealing with these crimes and they will be based in the Ethekwini, Umgungundlovu and King Cetshwayo Districts where these crimes are most prevalent.
“The teams consist of various disciplines from the SAPS, government departments, other law enforcement agencies, state-owned entities, cellular telephone providers and the DPCI.”
