Longwe Twala, the son of celebrated 1980s music figure Sello Chicco Twala, has had an arrest warrant issued against him due to his absence in court. The warrant was authorized after Twala failed to attend his scheduled Friday hearing at the Randburg Magistrate’s Court.
This development has brought new complications to a case filled with family tension and legal hurdles. The case against Longwe was initially set to resume on September 25, following a brief court appearance. During this earlier session, Twala’s newly appointed legal counsel requested a delay in reviewing the case details and preparing for a bail application.
As a result, the court rescheduled the proceedings to allow for further consultation. However, Twala’s failure to attend the latest hearing has made his legal situation increasingly uncertain.
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Alleged Theft of Studio Equipment and Familial Tensions
Longwe’s recent legal troubles began when his father, the acclaimed producer Chicco Twala, filed a formal complaint against him in September. Chicco accused Longwe of stealing valuable equipment from his studio at the family’s home while he was away in the United States. According to Chicco, the stolen items had an estimated value of R200,000, making the accusation not only a personal issue but a significant financial loss.
The complaint included allegations against Chicco’s sons, Longwe and his brother Sello. Following their initial court appearance, Sello was released after the National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) determined insufficient evidence to link him to the alleged theft.
Chicco Twala’s Concerns Over Longwe’s Struggles with Substance Abuse
In a candid statement regarding his relationship with Longwe, Chicco revealed the ongoing challenges his son has faced with substance abuse.
I had a conversation with both of my sons before leaving for the US, as I knew Longwe was particularly at risk of making poor choices
He explained that he would rather see his son in a controlled environment, even if it meant jail, rather than watch him face hardships on the streets or potentially endanger others.
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Chicco shared that he has invested considerable time and effort in helping Longwe overcome his addiction, mentioning that his son has been admitted to rehab facilities over 30 times. Despite these efforts, he admitted that he had lost count of Longwe’s treatment attempts, indicating a long and painful struggle for the family.