(1) Whether he has been informed of an incident in which members of the SA Police Service (SAPS) stationed at the Ventersburg Police Station were allegedly involved in cruelty towards animals (details furnished); if not, what is the position in this regard; if so, what are the relevant details; (2) whether his department has launched a criminal investigation against such members; if not, what is the position in this regard; if so, (a) what charges were laid and (b) what are the further relevant details; (3) whether the SAPS members have been briefed on animal (a) cruelty and (b) protection legislation; if not, why not; if so, what are the relevant details; (4) what (a) guidelines and/or (b) procedures are being followed by members of the SAPS when handling injured animals?