Former Members In Memoriam & Obituaries
These pages honour the memory of all known former members of the British South Africa Police, including those who passed away after the Force was disbanded in 1980 and those recorded in obituaries published in Outpost, the Journal of the BSA Police.
The listings are made available as a record for families, for former colleagues wishing to pay tribute, and for members of the public with an interest in history or genealogy. They serve both as a memorial and as a resource preserving the legacy of service.
Local Regimental Associations welcome notifications of the passing of former members, ensuring that their names are respectfully recorded.
If you wish to report a death or correct an entry, please use the forms provided below.
Recent Deaths
In Memoriam: Nigel Harris 5217
Harris, Nigel Lonsdale, aged 95 (5217; Chief Inspector; served from 14-Mar-1954 to 13-Aug-1975; member of the Western Cape Regimental Association) passed away 16 October 2026 at Newton Abbot, Devon, England. 17 October 2026
In Memoriam: Phil Jaques 7505
Jaques, Philip Andrew 'Phil', aged 78 (7505; Inspector; served from 28-Dec-1965 to 31-May-1980; member of the Western Cape Regimental Association) passed away 15 October 2026 at Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa 16 October 2026
In Memoriam: Dick Molloy 5295
Molloy, Richard James 'Dick', aged 92 (5295; Inspector; served from 19-Sep-1954 to 10-Dec-1964; member of the Ireland; United Kingdom Regimental Association) passed away 13 October 2026 at Waterford, Ireland 12 November 2026