# The DA says 140 of the 517 vehicles allocated to the South African Police Service’s flying squad are off the road for repairs and maintenance. This was revealed in an answer to a question raised by the DA in Parliament. It means only 377 vehicles are available nationally to respond to serious crimes and emergencies. Gauteng has the highest number of flying squad vehicles, with 56 currently out of service. The party’s Ian Cameron warns vehicle shortages could delay police responses, calling for greater municipal involvement in fighting crime.
DA raises alarm over ageing police vehicles and maintenance delays