The case against two suspects involved in a foiled cash-in-transit heist, in Khayelitsha, earlier this month, will resume next week.
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PICTURE: Pixabay24-year-old, Sihle Mabhongo, and 46-year-old
Simphiwe Mzanya, appeared in the local magistrates court on Wednesday, where
they were expected to apply for bail.
The duo face charges of possession of illegal
firearms, explosives, and attempted murder. The Hawks previously revealed that Mzanywa'
s parole has been revoked regarding another matter where he was arrested during
2022 and released in 2023. Meanwhile, Mabhongo has a pending case at
Khayelitsha Court for possession of unlicensed firearm.
The duo were re-arrested by the Hawks on 12
August, after the case against the suspects were struck off the court roll
The matter is postponed to 3 September 2024 for
the accused to consult with their respective legal representatives. They are
remanded in custody.
During a media briefing on Sunday, the National
Head of the Hawks, Lieutenant-General Godfrey Lebeya, confirmed that a manhunt is underway for the three men freed by the Khayelitsha Magistrate’s Court.
Done by: Esobusi Mkangelwa
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