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The 95 Libyan nationals who were arrested at a suspected military training camp in Mpumalanga will be deported after charges against them were withdrawn.
The National Prosecuting Authority said this decision was made after it reviewed the evidence, policy considerations, and the representations made on behalf of the accused who were arrested in July.
Spokesperson, Monica Nyuswa, said the charges against them “related to alleged misrepresentations made by the accused in their applications for study visas.”
She said there were also other more serious allegations that SAPS needed to look into.
Nyuswa said the matter will now be dealt with “administratively” by the Department of Home Affairs in terms of the Immigration Act and its regulations.
“Importantly, the SAPS (DPCI) are proceeding with investigations against the planners, organisers, and financiers of the military training camp.
“The NPA is working closely with DPCI to ensure that these alleged criminals are brought to justice as appropriate,” Nyuswa added.
She said the NPA has coordinated with its criminal justice partners and the 95 accused will be under the custody of the Department of Home Affairs which will facilitate the deportation process.
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