Deputy Inspector General of Police responsible for Operations Stain Chaima has issued a stern warning to all Traffic officers and Regional Operations officers against engaging in corrupt practices.
Speaking during a meeting at National Police Headquarters with Regional Operations Officers and Traffic Officers on matters of traffic management and roadblocks, Chaima singled out instances where traffic officers are accused of soliciting bribes from motorists.
Chaima stressed that corruption tarnishes the image of the Malawi Police Service and public trust.
“Roadblocks and traffic checkpoints should serve their intended purpose of enhancing road safety and combating crime not as platforms for personal gains”, he said.
He warned that officers who choose to tarnish the MPS’ image through corruption will not be spared.
160 participants from South-West Region, South-East Region, Eastern Region, Central-West Region, Central-East Region and Northern Region attended the meeting.
