According to SAPS statement: The Acting Minister of Police Firoz Cachalia is leading the stakeholders engagement to address critical issues of gang violence and policing in the community of Sophiatown.
Stakeholders present include other law enforcement agencies and Department of Home Affairs, Community Police Forum, stakeholders such as the Liquor Board, NGOs dealing with drugs and substance abuse, local Councillors, community leaders and activists GBVF as well religious leaders.
The Executive Mayor of the City of Johannesburg, Mr Dada Morero has welcomed everyone in attendance.
Acting Minister Police Firoz Cachalia rendered his opening remarks and outlined that there has to be permanent solutions to burning issues such as killings, GBVF and substance abuse.
BY LUCKY SEANEGO
