An independent inquiry into the conduct of national Police Commissioner Khehla Sitole, is needed. This is the call from the South African Communist Party (SACP).

It follows the dismissal of Western Cape top cop, Major-General Jeremey Vearey. Analysts have largely agreed that Vearey’s removal is part of an orchestrated plan to root out members of a certain faction within the police service.

However, the official ruling is related to allegations of misconduct over Vearey’s social media posts seemingly aimed at the National Police Commissioner.

Meanwhile, the SACP says it has no doubts that the criminal network had influence on this sudden decision to axe Vearey.

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