Deputy President Paul Mashatile security detail assaults motorists on N1

GAUTENG – A video, depicting several armed members of the VIP Protection Unit assaulting at least two occupants of a blue VW Polo, went viral on social media on Monday. In the video, one of the victims can be seen lying motionless after one of the officers kicked him in the head or face. It’s unclear what transpired before the attack, as the video starts with all cars stationary. It is confirmed that the victims in the video are military trainees.
The executive director (of IPID) received a complaint from members of Parliament, Mr Whitfield and Mr Terreblanche, regarding the incident of assault that happened yesterday (Monday) on the N1 North within the precinct of Sandton Police Station. IPID Investigators have already been in contact with the family members of the victims so that they could be assisted in laying charges. Engagements are underway to also get the employers of the victims to assist with the investigations.