Western Cape police probe diesel purchases from Stanfield-linked service station

Author: iol.co.zaPublished on: October 8, 2026Country: South Africa
Crime & Law
Western Cape police probe diesel purchases from Stanfield-linked service station

Western Cape police are investigating claims that nearly 3,000 liters of diesel were purchased from a service station owned by the organized crime couple Ralph Stanfield and Nicole Johnson in Bishop Lavis, Cape Town, between September 2022 and March 2023. One notable transaction involved buying coastal diesel at R123 per liter, significantly higher than the average price of R24.83. Union representatives emphasize the need for thorough verification of these allegations, which could point to corruption and financial misconduct within SAPS.

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