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The Office of the South African Military Ombud said it continued to receive complaints from members of the public on the official conduct of South African National Defence Force during the coronavirus lockdown.
"The South African Military Ombud Office has received 28 complaints in total to date, of which at least 15 complaints are from members of the public with allegations of excessive force and physical abuse by members of the SANDF during the lockdown," it said in a statement.
SANDF members are accused of assaulting Alexandra resident, Collin Khosa on Good Friday, leading to his death.
Military Ombud retired Lieutenant-General Vusumuzi Masondo said it was imperative for members of the public to provide all the necessary details to assist investigators to conduct a thorough investigation.
He said the Military Ombud may recommend the implementation of any appropriate course of action to the minister that would provide appropriate relief to the complainant in a matter.
Masondo said during this period, they also registered complaints from members of the SANDF concerning their conditions of service.
