13 January 2021, 12:02 PM | SABC | @tshepimoche
Image: SABC NewsJustice and Correctional Service spokesperson says the office acted on a tip-off from a member of the public.
The office of the Master of the High Court of South Africa in Pretoria says it has opened a criminal case with the police against three of its officials.
The three are alleged to have solicited a bribe from a member of the public who had approached the office for assistance in the issuing of a letter of authority.
The office issues the document regarding the executorship of property.
The document facilitates the terms of handing the estate of a deceased person to the right executor.