Marius Van Der Merwe, a key witness in the Madlanga Commission, was gunned down in front of his family in Brakpan, Johannesburg.
(The Post News) Marius Van Der Merwe, a key witness in the Madlanga Commission, was gunned down in front of his family in Brakpan, Johannesburg, on Friday evening. National Police Commissioner General Fannie Masemola says three individuals of interest have been identified, and one has already been questioned as part of the ongoing probe.
Van Der Merwe’s testimony implicated EMPD Deputy Police Chief Julius Mkhwanazi in alleged misconduct, sparking concerns about corruption and abuse of power within the police force. Masemola expressed confidence that the investigation is on track, stating that the police are working tirelessly to apprehend those responsible for the killing.
“We are confident that we will register a breakthrough as police remain on high alert for those behind the killing of Van Der Merwe,” Masemola said. The police have identified two vehicles used during the attack, a sedan and a bakkie, and are currently searching for the sedan.
Bakkie Use In Killing Witness D Found
The bakkie was abandoned in Alexandra township and is undergoing forensic analysis. The investigation is being treated as a high-priority case, with NATJOINTS and the Madlanga Commission working together to enhance security measures for officials and witnesses involved in the commission.
Masemola assured the public that the team probing the assassination is making steady progress and expects a breakthrough soon. “Safe to say, investigations are on the right track,” he said. The police are urging anyone with information to come forward and assist with the investigation.
CCTV footage has emerged showing Van Der Merwe speaking to the men believed to have orchestrated his assassination. The footage is being analyzed by investigators. The killing has raised concerns about the safety of witnesses and officials involved in the Madlanga Commission.
Masemola emphasized that security measures are being strengthened to protect those involved. The police are working around the clock to track down the suspects and bring them to justice. “We will leave no stone unturned in our quest for justice,” Masemola said.
The investigation is ongoing, and the police are expecting to make further arrests soon. The public is urged to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity to the authorities.
The case has highlighted concerns about corruption and abuse of power within the police force. The investigation is being closely watched, and the outcome is eagerly awaited.
The police are working to ensure that those responsible for the killing are brought to justice and that the rule of law is upheld. The investigation is a top priority, and the police will do everything in their power to ensure a successful outcome.
Van Der Merwe’s assassination is a tragic reminder of the risks faced by witnesses and officials who are working to expose corruption and wrongdoing. The police are committed to protecting those who are willing to come forward and testify.
The investigation is expected to take several more weeks to complete, and the police are urging the public to be patient and allow the process to unfold.
The police are confident that they will soon bring the perpetrators to justice, and the community can rest assured that they are working tirelessly to ensure their safety and security.
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