News24 | SANDF investigates alleged 'manhandling' of civilian by its members

The SANDF says it is investigating a video showing members assaulting an unknown man.

The South African National Defence Force (SANDF) is investigating a video showing members assaulting an unknown male civilian. 

The incident is captured on video, showing several SANDF soldiers taking turns kicking an unresponsive man lying on the ground.

The SANDF acknowledged that the video showed a group of people dressed in "recognisable SANDF combat dress".

SANDF spokesperson Simphiwe Dlamini said the location and details of the incident were unknown. 

"The SANDF is gathering information related to the incident to establish facts pertaining to the matter," said Dlamini.

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