Former municipal CFO arrested for fraud

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A former Chief Financial Officer (CFO) at Lekwa Teemane Local Municipality in Christiana, was arrested in Heidelberg following allegations of fraud.

Former municipal CFO arrested for fraud — A 45-year-old former Chief Financial Officer at Lekwa Teemane Local Municipality was arrested by the Hawks’ for fraudulently procuring of motor vehicle rental service for the mayor. **Image:** *SAPS*

According to the Hawks’ spokesperson, Lieutenant Colonel Tinyiko Mathebula, members of Serious Corruption Investigation swooped on the 45-year-old suspect on Monday.

He confirmed that the suspect was arrested for fraud and contravention of the Municipal Finance Management Act in the procurement of motor vehicle rental service for the mayor.

“Reports indicate that from April to May 2022, the suspect procured motor vehicle rental service for the mayor without following proper supply chain processes.

“Investigation revealed that the suspect procured these services without the approval of the municipal manager. As a result, the municipality suffered a loss of over R167 000,” he stated.

Lt Col Mathebula said the suspect is due to appear in the Christiana magistrates’ court on Tuesday, to face three counts of fraud and contravention of the Municipal Finance Management Act.

Meanwhile, two suspects were arrested for murder by the Anti-Gang Unit (AGU) on Saturday.

The members acted on information from the AGU Crime Intelligence regarding the wanted suspects, aged 22-year-old and a 17-year-old minor, said Gauteng police spokesperson Colonel Dimakatso Nevhuhulwi.

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She added; “The murder was committed on 25 October 2024 at Honey court in Westbury, south west of Johannesburg. The suspects will appear before the Magistrate court.”

Col Nevhuhulwihe emphasised that the Anti-Gang Unit remain committed to addressing violence and ensuring community safety.