Reaches you by whatsapp · Public web warning · 08 Oct
KZN police warning reported on 7 October 2026: scammers send WhatsApp messages promising SAPS employment, send an application form, then demand R15,000, with R7,500 deposit upfront and the balance on signing supposed employment papers.
Fake SAPS job offer via WhatsApp; victims are promised police jobs and asked to pay upfront fees/deposits for the supposed employment opportunity.
Different pages, same playbook — matched by what they do, not just the brand.
Fake WhatsApp numbers claim they can process SRD applications, fix statuses or update grant details.