Fake doctor convicted in Western Cape for fraud and corruption

A man who illegally posed as a doctor and dispensed medication to unsuspecting patients has been convicted on multiple charges, including fraud, forgery, and corruption.The Bellville Specialised Commercial Crimes Court found 66-year-old Rashid Fareed Mahfouz guilty on November 14, following his arrest last year.Mahfouz was arrested by Philippi police officers on February 15, 2023, while operating a medical practice without the required registration under the Health Professions Act.During his illegal operation, Mahfouz issued fraudulent sick notes and dispensed medication using the…