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Media Statement FREE STATE – The South African Police Service in the Free State can confirm that we are aware of a video making rounds showing an elderly woman busy tempering with election posters, an incident which is reported to have taken place in the vicinity of Sasolburg. As a result, a case in terms of Electoral Act, Act 73 of 1998, which prohibit the unlawful removal and defacing of poster published by a registered party was registered at Sasolburg SAPS. It need to be emphasised that removal of election posters is illegal and can be considered vandalism or tampering with campaign materials. It’s essential to respect the democratic process and allow political parties and candidates to display their materials as permitted by law. Let us remember that, respecting the electoral process and political expression is crucial for a healthy democracy.
Investigation in this matter is still continuing and after all relevant statements has been obtained, the matter will be placed before the Director of Public Prosecution (DPP) who can decide whether to prosecute or not.
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