We did not raid Dudu Myeni's home, say cops

THE SAPS has categorically dismissed claims pertaining to a raid conducted by its National Intervention Unit (NIU) at the residence of the late South African Airways (SAA) chairperson Dudu Myeni.

- SIPHO JACK

They were categoric that no such operation occurred.

Reports on social media on Wednesday evening suggested that R18 million was found stashed at Myeni's Richard's Bay home.

As the rumour mill gained momentum, further claims circulated on various social media platforms, including a WhatsApp voice note asserting that luxury vehicles, including a Rolls Royce, accompanied by jewellery worth millions, were found at the premises.

Brigadier Athlenda Mathe, the SAPS spokesperson, appealed to the public and social media users alike to refrain from spreading unverified information, warning of the potential harm it could inflict.

"The SAPS calls for responsible social media reporting and for users to verify information first before sharing.

"The SAPS, therefore, confirms no raid was undertaken by any of its units, including the National Intervention Unit," Mathe stated.

The rapid dissemination of such instances of "fake news" has become part and parcel of living presently in the digital age.