The trial against five men accused of killing soccer star Senzo Meyiwa hit yet another snag on Monday with one of the accused’s lawyers requesting a postponement, arguing that they have not had enough time to properly consult with their client.
“Accused number five has just been ambushed by the conduct of the state to reveal such a crucial statement at the 11thhour. That conduct has violated accused number five’s constitutional right of a fair trial. He has been denied an opportunity to prepare his defence,” Mshololo said.witnesses who made the statements requested that their names be not revealed as they feared for their lives.
“The three statements will be presented towards the conclusion…Yes, those witnesses are fearful for their lives. Last week, witnesses repeated that they fear for their safety. The reason to withheld those statements was to put those witnesses in witness protection programme,” Baloyi said. Muzikawulahlelwa S’tembu Sibiya, Bongani Sandiso Ntanzi, Mthobisi Prince Mncube, Mthokozisi Ziphozonke Maphisa andNtuli face charges of murder, robbery with aggravating circumstances and illegal possession of a firearm and ammunition.at his girlfriend Kelly Khumalo’s home.
Khumalo is one of the witnesses that will testify in the matter. She is represented by her lawyer Magdalen Moonsamy who was present in court.
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