Accused in the R360million SAPS tender probe have been released on bail.
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The Pretoria Magistrate’s Court has granted bail to all 12 police officers implicated in the awarding of a R360 million SAPS health tender.
Their bail amounts range between R40,000 and R80,000.
The officers, including Vusimuzi “Cat” Matlala, the director of Medicare24, appeared in court on Wednesday.
They face serious allegations ranging from fraud and money laundering to violations of the Finance Act.
Matlala was the only person who didn't receive bail, as he is an awaiting-trial prisoner in other matters.
The officers were arrested during a raid on Tuesday evening for allegedly assisting an alleged cartel leader, Vusimuzi “Cat” Matlala, in securing an irregular tender from SAPS.
The officers will be back in court on May 13, and Matlala will appear on April 7.
Meanwhile, SAPS General Fannie Masemola is set to face criminal charges in a widening corruption scandal tied to a tainted R360-million SAPS health services tender, awarded to Matlala.
Masemola was served with a warrant on Wednesday to compel his court appearance, which is scheduled for April 21.
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