Issued by: Office of the Presidency
19 October 2000
The Presidency is disturbed by allegations by the Institute for Security Studies that the Deputy President, Mr Jacob Zuma, misled the public about crime statistics which he released to Parliament through answering a question from the Democratic Party, and in his progress report to Parliament on October 5.
The information at the disposal of the Deputy President suggests that crime has decreased in most priority stations. A recent evaluation of police stations which had the highest incidents of serious and violent crimes has revealed that crime has already decreased by more than 10% at these stations.
The Presidency appreciates the concern of the ISS about crime levels and would like to assure the ISS and the country that the battle against crime is continuing.
In addition, we would like to refer all further inquiries about this matter to the South African Police Services.
Contact person:
Lakela Kaunda
Chief Director: Communications/Spokesperson
cell: 082 782 2575
For further info refer to statement releases by Director Sally de Beer yesterday. She can be reached on 082 809 2232.