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The South African
22-04-2025
- The South African
Second arrest in Wynberg Court shooting [video]
Watch the full version of the ' Police confirm second arrest in fatal Wynberg Magistrate's Court shooting' article – in a minute. Cape Town police have made a breakthrough in the case of the fatal shooting of a 50-year-old taxi owner inside the Wynberg Magistrate's Court earlier this month. A 24-year-old suspect was arrested over the Easter weekend. 'Western Cape Serious Violent Crimes (SVC) detectives have arrested another suspect over the weekend on charges of murder,' police spokesperson Brigadier Novela Potelwa confirmed. 'The 24-year-old suspect is expected to appear in the Wynberg Magistrate's Court on Tuesday, 22 April.' For the latest political news, bookmark The South African website's dedicated section for free-to-read content Meanwhile, Department of Justice and Constitutional Development (DJCOD) has ordered that security be strengthened at the Wynberg Magistrate's Court in Cape Town, following a fatal shooting inside the court building earlier this month. A high-level delegation, led by DJCOD Director-General, Advocate Doc Mashabane, conducted an oversight visit to the court. Looking for quick updates? Watch News in a Minute videos on The South African's YouTube page for all the key stories you need to know! Catch all the latest videos on news, lifestyle, travel, sports and more – there's always something to watch! Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and BlueSky to stay connected and get your news on the go!
The South African
22-04-2025
- The South African
Police confirm second arrest in fatal Wynberg Magistrate's Court shooting
Cape Town police have made a breakthrough in the case of the fatal shooting of a 50-year-old taxi owner inside the Wynberg Magistrate's Court earlier this month. A 24-year-old suspect was arrested over the Easter weekend. 'Western Cape Serious Violent Crimes (SVC) detectives have arrested another suspect over the weekend on charges of murder,' police spokesperson Brigadier Novela Potelwa confirmed. 'The 24-year-old suspect is expected to appear in the Wynberg Magistrate's Court on Tuesday, 22 April.' Potelwa added that Shireen Matthews, the alleged gang queenpin behind the fatal 'revenge' hit, will make her next court appearance on Wednesday, 23 April, when bail proceedings are expected to begin. 'With the investigation unfolding, the team has been questioning a number of individuals, and steady progress is being made in efforts to apprehend all those responsible for the murder,' concluded Potelwa. Meanwhile, Department of Justice and Constitutional Development (DJCOD) has ordered that security be strengthened at the Wynberg Magistrate's Court in Cape Town, following a fatal shooting inside the court building earlier this month. A high-level delegation, led by DJCOD Director-General, Advocate Doc Mashabane, conducted an oversight visit to the court. The delegation also included Acting Secretary-General in the Office of the Chief Justice (OCJ), Advocate Marelize Potgieter, and the Deputy Director of Public Prosecutions in the Western Cape, Advocate Nicolette Bell. 'The purpose of the visit was to ascertain the circumstances surrounding the incident and determine whether any security lapses had occurred. This intervention formed part of government's response, with the objective of reviewing and strengthening security protocols at court facilities,' the department said in a statement. As part of immediate interventions, the Director-General has directed the installation of a security scanner, the tightening of access control to prosecutors' and magistrates' offices, and the enhanced vetting of court officials. Furthermore, a report on the incident will be drawn up and submitted to DJCOD Minister, Mmamoloko Kubayi and Chief Justice, Mandisa Maya. 'The department reiterates its commitment to ensuring that courts remain places for the dispensation of justice and not places where crime is committed,' the department said. Meanwhile, the Office of the Chief Justice (OCJ) said it views the incident in a 'serious light'. 'The Department of Justice and Constitutional Development, under whose delegation the Security of the Court falls, has been engaged on the enhancement of security in and around the court precinct. 'As the Head of the Judiciary in the Province, the Judge President of the Western Cape Division of the High Court wishes to convey condolences to the family of the deceased, and expresses regret and support to the Judicial Officers, officials and the public who witnessed the incident,' the OCJ said. The incident is currently under police investigation. Let us know by leaving a comment below, or send a WhatsApp to 060 011 021 1 Subscribe to The South African website's newsletters and follow us on WhatsApp, Facebook, X and Bluesky for the latest news.
