ANC eThekwini calls for team of IT experts to analyse AKA murder footage

The ANC in eThekwini Region says it has noted footage circulating in various social media platforms of alleged murderers of Kiernan “AKA” Forbes and his friend Tebello “Tibz” Motsoane.

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FOOTAGE OF AKA AND TIBZ MURDER EMERGE

“We support the police for encouraging members of the public to volunteer any information that may lead to the arrest of suspects through the Crime Stop hotline 08600-10111.”

Mlondi Mkhize, ANC Regional spokesperson

“In addition to the Crime Stop Hotline, Tips and Leads Portal must be established to enable those who have any other information to assist the investigative process,” he added.

ANC CALL FOR USE OF SOPHISTICATED TECHNOLOGY TO FIGHT CRIME

On several occasions, Mkhize says they have called for the use of sophisticated technology to enable law enforcement agencies to fight crime effectively.

“Importantly, the latest footage showing suspects shooting AKA and “Tibz” at close range warrants the deployment of a team of experienced ballistic experts to ensure the gathering of enough evidence and to carry spot examinations of the crime scene.”

“IT experts must also be assigned to analyse the footage.”

Mkhize

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DURBAN NIGHT LIFE CANNOT BE RUINED BY CRIMINALS

According to the party, Durban’s Night Life is a catalyst for job creation and a boost for the entertainment industry – hospitality and tourism sectors of the economy.

“We cannot afford to allow crime to destroy these sectors. As the ANC in eThekwini Region we are calling upon law enforcement agencies, Business Against Crime and all spheres of government to urgently work together to turn around the situation. Many innocent people have been victims of crimes in various parts of the city – in the townships and suburbs.

“Authorities must take advantage of the 4th Industrial Revolution and install Wifi operated CCTV cameras that identify criminals through face recognition technology and their biometrics before even committing their next crime.
These must be installed in our city centre, recreational facilities and in our communities to ensure the safety of residents and visitors.
The implementation of the South African Police Service and Municipal (Metropolitan) Police Services Collaboration Strategy must also be strengthened. The strategy focuses on ensuring the streamlining of the work of law enforcement agencies to win the fight against crime,” he suggested.

INVESTORS AND TOURISTS CONFIDENCE IN QUESTION

Mkhize added that effective implementation of the strategy will assist in creating a Safer City for residents and tourists.

“No business or potential investor must have any fears about operating in any part of Durban. Whilst we give the space to the police investigators to do their work, we are calling upon ANC volunteers to be the ears and eyes on the ground.
This gruesome act, which has been committed in our backyard, should not be allowed to go unchallenged as it tarnishes the image of our city. This is our only city. This is the time for all of us to stand together in public disapproval of the rampant crime that is being committed by a group of individuals who are in the minority.”
“Finally, we express our deepest condolences to the AKA family and the family of his late friend. May God grant strength to the families, relatives and friends,” the ANC Regional Spokesperson concluded.