An alleged IT specialist was arrested after police uncovered a multimillion-rand vehicle licence fraud syndicate.
A man believed to be an IT specialist and part of a cartel behind a multimillion-rand fraud involving the licensing of motor vehicles has been arrested in Parys, Free State.
The suspect was allegedly found in possession of the National Traffic Information System (Natis) at his private residence.
According to the Road Traffic Management Corporation, the suspect was using the system to fraudulently assist vehicle owners with renewing their vehicle licences.
RTMC spokesperson Simon Zwane: “On arrival at the location, members noticed a computer screen with a Natis logon screen on and user number and password typed in, ready to execute any transaction.”
