The Gauteng provincial government commends the swift breakthrough made by the Gauteng Serious and Violent Crimes Unit in connection with the murder of senior Gauteng Health official and corruption fighter, Ms Babita Doekaran.
The crimes unit operation arrested 7 suspects. During the arrests, the police recovered two firearms and two vehicles.
Premier David Makhura has commended SAPS for the swift action just days after Ms Deokaran’s heinous killing outside her home on Monday, 23 August 2021.
“We have lost an upright public servant and I am pleased that SAPS has acted swiftly in arresting the suspects in the murder case of Ms Doekaran. I believe that police will uncover the masterminds behind this horrific crime.
“The corrupt elements in government who collude with rogue business to rig tenders have nowhere to hide. Looters shall not win. We will not retreat,” said Premier Makhura.
Premier Makhura last night joined civil society organisations for a candlelight ceremony which significantly coincided with Ms Doekaran’s funeral held in KwaZulu Natal on Thursday, 25 August 2021.
The provincial government sends its heartfelt condolences to the family and friends of an exemplary public servant, Ms Doekaran. May her soul continue to rest in peace.
Source: Government of South Africa