‘The backlog keeps growing’: SAPS detectives describe pressure of overloaded dockets
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Detectives from the South African Police Service report that excessive caseloads are creating significant pressure. They cite forensic delays and a lack of adequate resources as primary issues. These factors are straining active investigations. The detectives also noted a negative impact on their own mental health.
SAPS detectives say excessive caseloads, forensic delays and inadequate resources are placing investigations—and their own mental health—under growing strain.