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Media Statement NELSPRUIT – In the past few days there were two reports alleged to have occurred in the province of Mpumalanga and circulated on social media platforms. These claims are refuted and the SAPS in the province would like to set the record straight about these alleged incidents. There has been rumours circulating about 23 dead bodies stolen at a mortuary in Barberton. The Office of the Provincial Commissioner of the SAPS in Mpumalanga would like to categorically state that these claims are false and have no basis in reality. There are no reports or incidents of bodies being stolen from any mortuary in Barberton or anywhere else in the province. There were also reports of a hijacking incident involving a supposed Mozambican suspect armed with an AK-47 on the Road towards Mananga Border. The SAPS in Mpumalanga would also like to clarify that these reports are entirely fabricated and untrue. There are no such incidents reported to the SAPS in Mpumalanga.
The Acting Provincial Commissioner of the SAPS in Mpumalanga, Major General (Dr) Zeph Mkhwanazi, urges members of the public to exercise caution and verify information before sharing it on social media. “Spreading false information can lead to unnecessary panic and fear in the community. We urge the public to report any suspicious activity or crimes to the SAPS so that we can investigate and take appropriate action,” said the General.
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