The investigating officers in the DJ Sumbody murder case have been placed under 24/7 security protection.
The court was informed that security personnel have been assigned to provide round-the-clock protection for the officers handling this sensitive investigation.
Bail Opposition for Alleged Crime Mastermind
Businessman Katiso “KT” Molefe, identified as the suspected orchestrator of the triple homicide that claimed DJ Sumbody and two bodyguards, faced strong opposition to his bail application.
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Prosecutors painted Molefe as a significant threat to public safety, citing his alleged involvement in organised crime networks.
State prosecutor Khetokwakhe Ngubane presented evidence suggesting Molefe’s connection to illegal narcotics operations, with the DJ’s murder potentially linked to disputes within the drug trade.
Digital evidence reportedly shows communication between Molefe and the alleged shooters regarding payment arrangements following the killings.
Defense Arguments and Case Details
Molefe’s legal representative, Michael Hellens, countered these claims by reading an affidavit where the accused denied posing any danger to witnesses or society. The defense highlighted that Molefe had previously been granted bail in a separate murder case involving engineer Armand Swart.
The accused businessman asserted his strong ties to South Africa, referencing his substantial property holdings in upscale Sandhurst and Winchester neighbourhoods valued at R20 million collectively, along with reported monthly earnings of R200,000 from legitimate business ventures.
International Criminal Record Revealed
Court proceedings uncovered that Molefe had prior drug-related convictions in the United Kingdom, where he was reportedly apprehended for cannabis possession under an assumed identity. This international criminal history factored into the prosecution’s argument against granting bail.
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The case has been postponed to August 15, 2025, allowing both legal teams to prepare additional arguments. The murder of the popular amapiano artist and his security detail continues to send shockwaves through South Africa’s entertainment industry and law enforcement community.
Murder-accused Katiso Molefe explains he has no intention of leaving South Africa, noting ownership of R17m Sandhurst home and R3m Winchester property with R200k monthly income. #KayaNews