Cops up for drunk driving, domestic violence
By Denver Donian
Source: The Herald Online
East London – Two police officers were arrested at the weekend on charges of drunk driving and domestic violence.
Superintendent Eddie Watson said a 33-year-old police inspector attached to the Cambridge police station was arrested by Buffalo City traffic officials on Saturday for drunk driving .
The officer was spotted after he stopped at a red traffic light at an intersection at 11.50pm.
“When the light changed to green his car remained stationary. Traffic officials patrolling the area went to investigate and arrested the officer after they discovered he was allegedly intoxicated. They also confiscated his 9mm service pistol,” Supt Watson said.
The officer is expected to appear in court today on charges of drunk driving and the possession of a firearm while under the influence of alcohol.
A police sergeant based at Libode in the Transkei was arrested on Saturday after allegedly assaulting his wife and three-month-old child.
He will appear in court today. His wife was treated for injuries and bruises at Frere Hospital. The infant was not seriously hurt. Police allege the man had previously assaulted his wife and child and, on several occasions, threatened
