The DCEC arrested two such men last Thursday, in Selebi-Phikwe, who were masquerading as officials from their department. The men were arrested a they obtained money from people who were under investigation for obtaining illegal drivers' licenses. One of the accused claimed that they were officers from the DCEC and they would dismiss the case under investigation if the victims paid them money ranging from P4,000 to P5,000. The pair are currently in police custody pending investigations. The directorate's public relations officer, Motshoganetsi Lentswe said during an interview that they managed to investigate and make arrests after they received a tip off from one victim who felt the 'bribery' was too much.
The DCEC is therefore warning the public against such criminals who go around stealing people's money pretending to be officials from the directorate. The public is encouraged to be extra cautious and should demand DCEC identity cards and the name of the officer they are dealing with when they are approached by such suspicious people.
