Gqeberha: Justice and Constitutional Development Minister, Mmamoloko Kubayi, has called on police to ‘leave no stone unturned’ to bring the murderers of Eastern Cape Regional Court prosecutor, Tracy Brown, to justice. The Minister was speaking at the memorial service for the slain prosecutor on Thursday. Brown, who was attached to the New Brighton Magistrates Court in Gqeberha, was shot and killed while arriving at her home just months after the murder of another prosecutor in the province.
According to South African Government News Agency, Minister Kubayi emphasized the need for increased protection for prosecutors, highlighting that their lives are endangered by the nature of their work. She urged the police and the security cluster to enhance their efforts to prevent such incidents, stressing the importance of police visibility in communities to reduce senseless killings. The Minister lamented the loss of Brown, describing her as a dedicated public servant with integrity and a patriot.
Kubayi also called upon those working in the justice system to continue their work with the same dedication that Brown exhibited. She encouraged them to pick up where Brown left off, emphasizing the importance of continuing her pursuit of justice for a more equitable society. The Minister expressed gratitude for Brown’s contributions and urged everyone to strive for the just society that Brown envisioned.
In her tribute, Minister Kubayi noted that Brown had risen rapidly through the ranks of the National Prosecuting Authority, which underscored her achievements and unblemished record. She called for a tribute to patriots like Brown during Women’s Month, acknowledging their dedication to human progress. The Minister extended sincere condolences to Brown’s family and assured them that her legacy as a prosecutor would be cherished and her memory honored.