PAC raises concern over police brutality

Makgope PIC: MORERI SEJAKGOMO
Makgope PIC: MORERI SEJAKGOMO

Members of the Public Accounts Committee (PAC) have expressed concern over the rising incidents of police violent tactics in carrying out arrests. This emerged at the appearance of the Botswana Police Service (BPS) before the ongoing PAC meeting recently. Members expressed their concern over how police handle members of the public.

Members said of late there have been reports of police officers appearing to use excessive force during arrests. But police commissioner, Keabetswe Makgophe, while acknowledging the concerns, said the behaviour of the public influences the police officers conduct.

Makgophe said it was imperative to revert to the olden and conventional ways of raising children because today’s youth disorderly behaviour remains a concern.

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