Why many crimes go unpunished

19 July 2012 - 09:24
By Sowetan

Bad cop rep and misconception that minors can't stand in court

VINCENTIA Dlamini-Ngobese of Women and Men Against Child Abuse says: "Lack of communication is one of the things that makes communities not trust the police.

"If a perpetrator is to be released, complainants must be made aware. Too often, victims do not know who to trust.

"There is a misconception that minors can't stand in court. That's why people get away with crime."