Cape town: The South African Police Service (SAPS) has initiated a manhunt for the suspects involved in the fatal shooting of "Witness D," a key figure who had provided testimony at the Madlanga Commission. This urgent investigation comes in the wake of Witness D's murder, which has sent shockwaves through the judicial and law enforcement communities.
According to South African Government News Agency, the National Commissioner of SAPS, General Fannie Masemola, is set to meet with Justice Mbuyiseli Madlanga to discuss the progress of the investigation into Witness D's murder. Justice Madlanga chairs the Judicial Commission of Inquiry into Criminality, Political Interference, and Corruption in the Criminal Justice System. This meeting aims to enhance safety and security protocols for all participants associated with the Madlanga Commission.
On the night of the murder, various SAPS units, including Ballistics experts, Crime Intelligence officers, and members of the Serious and Violent Crime Unit, meticulously examined the crime scene outside Witness D's home. Their investigation confirmed that an AK47 automatic rifle was used in the attack. Preliminary findings revealed that Witness D was ambushed and shot as he returned home with his wife, leaving him with fatal wounds to his upper body. He was pronounced dead at the scene, while his wife emerged unharmed. Notably, all of Witness D's personal belongings, including his firearm, cell phone, and wallet, remained untouched, indicating a targeted hit.
The SAPS has registered a murder case and is actively pursuing the individuals responsible for orchestrating and carrying out the attack on Witness D. In addition to identifying the culprits, law enforcement is also focused on locating the murder weapon. General Masemola has instructed Lieutenant General Tebello Mosikili, co-chair of the National Joint Operational and Intelligence Structure (NATJOINTS), to hastily organize a meeting over the weekend. This gathering will address strategies to bolster the security of commission officials and witnesses involved in ongoing inquiries.