Two police officers, from KZN and the EC, have succumbed to Covid-19. Both had more than 20 years of service within the SAPS.
The deaths were confirmed by national SAPS spokesperson Brigadier Vish Naidoo, who said they were saddened by the loss.Naidoo said the KZN officer was a 55-year-old warrant officer who died on Sunday. He said the officer had been a part of the police force for 27 years.
“On behalf of the entire SAPS family, I would like to personally pay tribute to the two members who placed their lives on the line to ensure that the people of South Africa are protected against crime as well as against this virus. "With that said, it is encouraging that 55 members have recovered from the virus, giving us hope that this disease can be beaten," he said.
A 24/7 Covid-19 hotline has also been established and is another way to ensure continuous support to our infected and affected members and their families.
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