The Western Cape Premier Helen Zille has
condemned the recent mob killing in Khayelitsha.
A suspected robber was beaten and set
alight on Tuesday, it is alleged that he robbed two residents in the area.
The 26 year old man was caught by residents
in Makaza, after being accused of snatching bags of two women in the early
hours of Tuesday morning in the area.
Police Spokesperson Andre Traut said a case
of murder has been opened but no arrests have been made.
Premier Helen Zille said the taking of a
human life and the disregard for the rule of law that took place in this
vigilante killing has no place in a constitutional democracy.
Zille Spokesperson Zak Mbhele said the Premier
understands the frustrations and angry desperation for the community to resort
to vigilantism.
Mbhele added that Zille has appealed to the
Police Minister to cooperate with the commission, so that it can complete its
work and the police can deliver a better service to communities.
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