PROJECT: UPDATED PUBLIC WARNING - THE PERSISTENT SCAMS OF MR. RODNEY CHARL VAN RENSBURG AND ISS INVESTIGATIONS
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This is an urgent follow-up warning regarding the ongoing predatory activities
of Mr. Rodney Charl van Rensburg and his entity, ISS Investigations.
Despite previous formal warnings, significant new facts have emerged confirming that this individual continues
to target vulnerable clients using a refined and aggressive criminal strategy.
1. PROFESSIONAL STATUS UPDATE: PSIRA RECTIFICATION
Immediately after the launch of the previous public warning project, Mr. Van Rensburg acted with unprecedented speed to rectify his registration status with the Private Security Industry Regulatory Authority (PSIRA) within 48 hours.
While he is currently technically registered (PSIRA No. 144956), Specialised Security Services (SSS) emphasises that professional registration is not a licence to defraud.
A valid certificate does not provide immunity for acts of misrepresentation, extortion, or the theft of client deposits.
SSS remains committed to exposing the criminal conduct of registered members who abuse their status to target the public.
2. STAGGERING SURGE IN NEW COMPLAINTS:
The scale of this operation is vast and continues to grow exponentially.
Since our last public alert, the volume of new complaints has been overwhelming:
In a single week, Investigator Mr. Riaan Cloete received proof of more than 15 disgruntled clients reporting near-identical experiences of non-performance.
As of August 2026, over 18 specifically named new complainants have been added to the master investigative file, Case RC 04/2026.
3. THE MODUS OPERANDI (MO): THE "DOUBLE BETRAYAL"
Mr. Van Rensburg utilises a textbook "Knock and Scam" pattern designed to exploit individuals during highly sensitive personal crises:
THE HOOK:
Using Facebook Marketplace to advertise high-tech surveillance, phone "debugging," and cellular monitoring services, he often fails to deliver or lacks the legal authority to provide.
THE "SLOW BLEED" DEPOSIT:
Instead of one large fee, he extracts multiple smaller deposits (ranging from R3,000 to R7,500) for "consultations," "software packages," or "service fees".
THE RETALIATORY BLACKMAIL:
If a client demands results or a refund, he weaponises their sensitive personal information. He frequently threatens to contact the subject of the investigation to expose the client's actions.
WEAPONISED DEFAMATION:
A new and aggressive tactic involves the suspect posting fraudulent "Scam Alerts" on social media against his own clients to destroy their professional credibility before they can report him.
4. FEATURED CASE STUDY: THE ORDEAL OF MISS HENLEY GEBHARDT
The experience of Miss Henley Gebhardt provides a clear window into the suspect's current methods.
THE MANDATE:
Seeking assistance for a sensitive matter, Miss Gebhardt engaged Mr. Van Rensburg in May 2026 for phone debugging and cellular spyware.
THE FINANCIAL EXTRACTION:
The suspect extracted a total of R7,750 through a series of demands for "debugging," a spyware package, and supposed CCTV footage.
NON-PERFORMANCE:
Despite full payment, Miss Gebhardt received no spyware link, no CCTV footage, and no forensic data.
THE RETALIATION:
When Miss Gebhardt demanded a refund, Mr. Van Rensburg threatened to call her partner and reveal the investigation.
He subsequently posted a malicious "Scam Alert" on Facebook targeting her legitimate wood and livestock business, ZZJ Livestock and Foods, falsely labelling her a fraudster.
LEGAL ACTION:
Miss Gebhardt has since opened a criminal case of fraud and defamation at the Middelburg SAPS (CAS 252/7/2026) and successfully obtained an interim protection order against Mr. Van Rensburg.
5. URGENT ADVICE TO THE PUBLIC:
DO NOT BE INTIMIDATED:
Threats of exposure or business sabotage are a desperate tactic used to silence victims.
OPEN A CRIMINAL DOCKET:
If you have paid for services that were not rendered, open a case of fraud and extortion at your local SAPS station immediately.
PROTECT YOUR EVIDENCE:
Save all WhatsApp communications, invoices, and proofs of payment as these are critical for the consolidated master docket.
CONTACT THE SSS SPECIALIST INVESTIGATOR.
If you have information or have been a victim, please contact:
MR. RIAAN CLOETE
Contact Number: +27 76 758 9690
Email Address: riaanc@mikebolhuis.co.za
MR. KOOS GERBER
Contact Number: +27 82 952 6909
Email Address: koosg@mikebolhuis.co.za
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