Social Media Erupts After Former Johannesburg Mayor Kabelo Gwamanda is Arrested
Former Johannesburg mayor Kabelo Gwamanda has been arrested in connection with a funeral policy scam that allegedly took place in Soweto in 2011. The arrest has generated significant attention, sparking a wave of reactions on social media.
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Arrest Linked to 2011 Funeral Policy Scam
Kabelo Gwamanda was reportedly arrested for his involvement in a funeral policy scam that targeted residents of Soweto over a decade ago.
According to News24, investors were deceived into believing that both directors of the funeral policy company had passed away, only to discover later that one of them, Gwamanda, had become a prominent public figure, even serving as the Mayor of Johannesburg.
Former Johannesburg Mayor Kabelo Gwamanda Arrested (Image Credit: X)The scam, which had largely faded from public attention, resurfaced with Gwamanda’s arrest, bringing renewed focus to the alleged fraud.
Social Media Reactions: “He Looks Guilty”
The news of Kabelo Gwamanda’s arrest quickly made waves on social media, where users wasted no time in voicing their opinions.
Social media users quickly expressed that he appeared guilty. Many netizens voiced their distrust, stating they had never trusted him since his appointment as the Mayor of Johannesburg. Some South Africans humorously claimed that he is ‘guilty until proven innocent.
@EpicSolaris;
This dude is a hustler of note. From investment scams to mayor of Jozi. 😆💀.
@B_Margiano;
You can tell by just looking into his eyes, that he is guilty until proven guilty.
@TheRealSmomoh;
The way he’s standing tells you he’s guilty as charged.
@TebogoT17;
Not surprised at all,this clown looked like a thief from the beginning I have always doubted him
@itu_nadia;
Lol hustler🤣🤣…This one is guilty 😂😂😂😂That body language says he did it.😆💀
@ETShamugero;
When we talk about a hustler, from scamming people to being a mayor. Guilty until proven guilty 🤣