SAPS Officer Promoted After Timeously Intercepting Robbery Off-Duty, SA Applauds
- A member of the South African Police Service (SAPS) received his flowers from South Africansfor his bravery
- This was after he prevented a robbery while off-duty in Orange Farm, south of Johannesburg
- Netizens celebrated his promotion, and some called on other police officers to go beyond the call of duty to serve members of the public
Tebogo Mokwena, Briefly News’ Deputy Head of the Current Affairs desk, South Africa, covered a range of criminal activities, including cash-in-transit heists, kidnappings, taxi violence, shootings, police investigations, police shootouts, and court cases at Daily Sun for over three years.
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ORANGE FARM, GAUTENG —A member of the South African Police Service (SAPS) was promoted to the rank of Captain after he bravely intercepted a business robbery in Orange Farm, south of Johannesburg. The officer received praise from South Africans who were in awe of his courage.
The Justice, Crime Prevention Security Cluster posted the officer's achievements on its @CrimeWatch_RSA X account. The officer, Warrant Officer TM Mnisi, was off-duty on 12 December 2025 and was on his way home when he saw a business robbery at the Boxer store in Orange Farm. He sprang to action, and his instincts as a police officer kicked in.
How Mnisi prevented a business robbery
Mnisi, who is stationed at the Sedibeng K9 Unit, strategically placed his state vehicle and blocked the entrance to prevent the robbers from exiting the premises. He also requested backup. The suspects opened fire when they noticed that the entrance was blocked. Mnisi returned fire, and a shootout ensued.
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Mnisi was shot in his right shoulder. He managed to drive himself to the nearest clinic, where he was treated.
"The swift and courageous actions of Captain Mnisi demonstrate his unwavering commitment to protect communities, even at great personal risk," JCPS said.
A video of the shootout was recorded, and the video shows people escaping from the shootout. It also shows Mnisi exchanging gunfire with the suspects right up to the moment when he was shot.
View the video on X here:
Netizens show Mnisi respect
Members of the public commenting on X were filled with awe for the officer's brave decision to take the thugs on.
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Hloni Siz waxed lyrical:
"A good example that a police officer remains bound by the oath both on and off-duty, whilst at all times exercising due regard for personal safety. This promotion is well deserved! The captain has exceptional dedication and commitment."
Earth shared similar sentiments.
"Looking at his acts as an under-oath officer, he was definitely due for a promotion. He was not promoted because of what he did, but what he has always done over the years. A shining example."
Thigh SDBNK was happy.
"These are the kinds of members who took oaths to serve and nothing else. We salute you, Captain. Well done."
Others were worried that he moved from cover in the video.
SirNgov pointed out:
" I hope he learned a lesson from his approach, which nearly cost him his life. Deserting cover when faced with animosity? He should be considered very lucky. Congratulations are in order."
Lord Punter agreed.
"That was a little careless. Never abandon cover unless you're about to run for another cover. Standing in the open was very careless. Congratulations, Captain."
3 Briefly News articles about selfless police officers
Briefly News has, over the years, reported on the outstanding deeds of law enforcement officers.
- In 2023, a Durban Metro Police officer saved a woman from four hijackers. The officer was driving behind the woman's car on 8 March when he noticed that the suspects were dragging the woman out of her car. He fired three shots, and one of the suspects was shot in the head; the others fled.
- Members of the Johannesburg Metro Police Department (JMPD) received praise when they patiently helped an elderly woman cross the street in August 2024. The officers noticed the elderly lady struggling to cross the road and came to her aid.
- A police officer showed incredible bravery when she caught two venomous snakes on 26 January 2025. Captain Joanita Becker, who is also a registered snake catcher, was called to a scene where a cobra was spotted. Upon arrival, she found a puff adder on the premises and removed both.
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