Mauritian senior police officer reported over alleged corruption
By the AFREEQUE newsroom, based on Defimedia
A Mauritian Assistant Commissioner of Police has been reported to the Financial Crimes Commission over alleged corruption and abuse of office. He is accused in particular of using police vehicles and staff for personal purposes, while a preliminary inquiry will determine possible next steps, Defi Media reports.
A Mauritian Assistant Commissioner of Police has been reported to the Financial Crimes Commission (FCC) over alleged corruption and abuse of office, Defimedia reports. A preliminary inquiry will determine whether the evidence gathered justifies opening a formal investigation.
The senior officer is accused of using police vehicles for personal journeys despite receiving a transport allowance, and of having police officers under his authority carry out private tasks. Two officers allegedly collected diesel from service stations: 120 litres were recorded on the order forms, while only 90 litres were put into the vehicles, with the remaining 30 litres given to the Assistant Commissioner of Police.
The whistleblower also accuses a police officer of regularly washing the official’s car in exchange for time off, and other officers of carrying out paid assignments during their working hours. Shopkeepers were also allegedly forced to pay 5,000 Mauritian rupees a month to prevent their customers from being fined for parking outside their shops. The report finally asks the FCC to examine the Assistant Commissioner’s lifestyle.
