Viral clip sparks outrage as police officer faces corruption case.
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A Gauteng police officer has sparked outrage after a TikTok clip shows him allegedly soliciting a bribe from a member of the public while in uniform
The explosive footage, now widely shared across social media, has triggered swift action from the South African Police Service (SAPS) which confirmed the officer has already been identified and the matter is under investigation.
"A case of corruption has been registered for immediate investigation by the Provincial Anti-Corruption unit, and a departmental case has also been instituted against him," police said.
The scandal has once again put the spotlight on police conduct, with SAPS reiterating its hardline stance.
"SAPS maintains a zero-tolerance approach to corruption. Accepting or soliciting a bribe is a criminal offence and a serious breach of the SAPS Code of Conduct."
Gauteng's top cop, Tommy Mthombeni, did not mince his words, condemning the alleged behaviour in the strongest terms.
"We expect the highest level of integrity from our members. Those who betray the public trust will face the full consequences of the law," he said.