A search of suspended Sergeant Fannie Nkosi’s Pretoria home reportedly uncovered six original police dockets, state-owned ammunition, a stun grenade and more than R52,000 in cash. The discoveries come as Nkosi faces serious misconduct charges, including theft, fraud, defeating the ends of justice, unlawful possession of explosives and multiple counts of failing to safeguard firearms and ammunition. Police have confirmed that Nkosi has resigned from the South African Police Service (SAPS). His departure comes amid mounting scrutiny over the allegations…
Former Deputy National Police Commissioner Shadrack Sibiya will remain behind bars after the Randburg Magistrate’s Court refused his bail application. Sibiya faces charges including rape, multiple counts of sexual grooming, human trafficking and firearm-related offences. Magistrate Hleziphi Mkhasibe said the proposed bail conditions would be difficult to monitor, particularly given concerns about Sibiya’s access to a cellphone. Explaining the decision, Mkhasibe said Sibiya had allegedly destroyed evidence and threatened a witness and the witness’s family. “He destroyed evidence, threatened the…
A former police general has been arrested for the alleged unlawful possession of ammunition and may also face charges related to possessing documents linked to the investigation into the murder of Lieutenant-General Sindile Mafazi. National Police spokesperson Brigadier Athlenda Mathe said the yet-to-be-named former officer was arrested during a raid at his home in Centurion by the SAPS National Cold Case Unit. “A 56-year-old former police general has been arrested for the unlawful possession of more than 100 rounds of…
National Police Commissioner General Fannie Masemola says his return to duty presents an opportunity for the South African Police Service (SAPS) to redeem itself, adding that he is not seeking revenge. Addressing the media in Pretoria on Monday, Masemola said his return to office was an opportunity for the SAPS to reaffirm its commitment to the rule of law, institutional stability, accountability and the national interest. Masemola was suspended following his appearance at the Pretoria Magistrates’ Court on charges relating…