Karabo Darlington Xaba

Received, inspected, and filed finalized and reopened case dockets with accuracy and attention to detail. Maintained and updated records on the CAS system, ensuring proper documentation and filing protocols. Distributed and transferred dockets to relevant units and stations for investigation or court proceedings. Managed docket inquiries and compiled statistical reports for closed and reopened cases. Ensure the safekeeping, retrieval, and disposal of case dockets in compliance with legal requirements.

Received and dispatched calls, activating role players for incident response. Managed administrative duties, including data entry, report filing, and document certification. Delivered excellent client service by addressing complaints and providing policing advice. Monitored case progress and maintained accurate documentation on CAS systems.

Assisted in crime scene management, evidence collection, and suspect tracing. Conducted interviews with complainants, witnesses, and suspects, recording detailed statements. Opened, registered, and managed case dockets, ensuring accuracy and adherence to legal protocols. Provided victim support, offering guidance and emotional assistance. Collaborated with law enforcement teams on high-profile investigations.

Tasks & Key Functions Crime Scene Reconstruction

• Reconstruct the crime scene to identify the type and extent of the crime committed.
• Secure the crime scene and contact relevant experts (e.g., specialized units, 10111, etc.).
• Search premises and seize evidence/exhibits in conjunction with relevant experts.

Victim and Witness Handling

• Identify victims, suspects, complainants, and witnesses.
• Ascertain the need for medical assistance and ensure appropriate handling.
• Interview complainants, victims, and witnesses to obtain statements.

Documentation and Reporting

• Record crime information at the crime scene.
• Compile detailed crime scene reports.
• Administer and manage case dockets/inquests/inquiries.
• Submit dockets for inspection and bring them forward as required.
• Ensure the safekeeping and disposal of case dockets after closure.

Evidence Management

• Gather and record evidential information related to the case/docket.
• Arrange for pointing-outs, confessions, or ID parades to link suspects to the crime.
• Utilize relevant investigation aids during evidence collection.

Suspect Management

• Trace and arrest suspects.
• Charge suspects and obtain warning statements and fingerprints.
• Handle bail applications and release accused individuals on bail or warning.

Legal Procedures

• Serve summonses and subpoenas.
• Attend bail applications and other court-related activities.

Tasks & Key Functions Docket Reception and Inspection

• Receive dockets closed by the Court and Investigation Unit.
• Re-open closed dockets upon request by the Investigation Officer.
• Inspect the status of dockets before filing.
• Acknowledge receipt of dockets.

Docket Distribution and Handling

• Book out dockets and retrieve brought forward dockets for respective units.
• Transfer or refer dockets on the CAS system and by post to relevant stations for investigation.
• Collect closed dockets from other units.
• Deal with docket inquiries effectively.

Docket Documentation and Recording

• Record closed and re-opened dockets on the CAS System and in the register.
• File finalized dockets and update the CAS System accordingly.
• Compile statistics for closed and re-opened dockets.
• Close and update finalized Court case dockets.

Tasks & Key Functions Communication and Dispatch

• Receive and dispatch calls or complaints.
• Activate role players for incident attendance.
• Monitor dispatched complaints.

Victim Support and Assistance

• Provide emotional support to clients or victims reporting missing persons.
• Cancel reports for found individuals.

Community Interaction and Policing Advice

• Offer general policing advice.
• Direct community complaints appropriately.
• Interview complainants or witnesses and record statements.
• Validate and certify documents or statements.

Case Management

• Open, register, and transfer case dockets.
• Handle bail conditions and applications.
• Accept and log SAPS 13 property, ensuring the chain of custody is maintained.

Administrative Duties

• Fill out registers, reports, and official forms.
• Address and respond to complaints.

Crime Scene Management

• Attend to and secure crime or road accident scenes.
• Contact necessary experts for scene investigation.
• Preserve and secure exhibits or evidence.
• Generate crime or road accident reports.

Suspect Management

• Locate and apprehend suspects.
• Take fingerprints of suspects.
• Charge or release suspects as appropriate.
• Escort suspects or prisoners to court.
• Oversee court and hospital guard duties.

Detainee Welfare

• Conduct cell inspections.
• Provide meals to detainees.