George police officer investigated over alleged ‘baboons’ remarks in election video

South African police are investigating a George officer after a video circulated in which he allegedly called voters in Rosedale “baboons” while describing his election-day deployment. Filmed at Pacaltsdorp police station, he says he must maintain order and “chase them back to their caves” so the polling station can remain orderly. The remarks drew criticism on social media, with users accusing the officer of dehumanising residents and voters. Western Cape police spokesperson Christopher Spies confirmed that a senior Garden Route District officer has been appointed to investigate and said consequences would follow if wrongdoing is established.