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Bribery and corruption erode trust in the police

By The Editorial Board • 02 December 2025, 9:30PM

Corruption in the police eventually leads to an erosion of trust in the institution that was meant to be a guardian and helper of the people. This is the real harm in the actions of a corrupt few, who have stunk an organisation which is trying its best.

By The Editorial Board • 02 December 2025, 9:30PM

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