Blood on Their Hands: General Johan Booysen Reveals His Truth

Blood on Their Hands: General Johan Booysen Reveals His Truth by Jessica Pitchford is a compelling and controversial account of one of South Africa’s most high-profile police figures. In this revealing memoir, General Johan Booysen recounts his experiences within the South African Police Service, offering a first-hand perspective on the political intrigue, corruption allegations, criminal investigations, and internal battles that shaped his career.

Booysen became a household name during investigations into organised crime and the notorious Cato Manor police unit. Through extensive interviews and detailed narrative, Jessica Pitchford presents Booysen’s side of events, providing readers with an insider’s view of the challenges faced by law enforcement in post-apartheid South Africa. Blood on Their Hands explores issues of justice, accountability, political influence, and the personal toll exacted on those working within the criminal justice system.

This title is essential reading for anyone interested in South African politics, policing, crime, legal history, and contemporary current affairs. Blood on Their Hands offers valuable insight into some of the most significant controversies involving the SAPS and provides context to events that dominated national headlines during the 2000s and 2010s.

This particular copy is especially desirable as it appears to contain an inscription and signature by General Johan Booysen, adding collectable interest for readers of South African political and policing history.

Condition: Very Good

Signed and inscribed by General Johan Booysen. Light shelf wear and scattered foxing to preliminary pages. Binding remains sound and the text is clean and readable throughout.