The Senzo Meyiwa murder trial, where five suspects stand accused, is set to resume on Friday, 20 September 2024. Here’s what you need to know.
UPDATE: This article was updated with the latest updates on the Senzo Meyiwa trial, including the live stream link.
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Senzo Meyiwa murder trial: What are the latest updates?
What Happened on Thursday:
On Thursday, the Senzo Meyiwa murder trial continued with key testimony from Captain Retha Grobler, a forensic expert. The following highlights emerged from the proceedings:
- Grobler’s Testimony: Grobler, who had conducted a microscopic verification of Colonel Chris Mangena’s work, reaffirmed the link between the firearm confiscated from accused number 3, Mthobisi Mncube, and the bullet found at the crime scene.
- Introduction of Captain Ntini: The State called another ballistics expert, Captain Ntini, who also verified Mangena’s findings. Before Ntini took the stand, the defence expressed a desire to review the original logbook pertaining to a vehicle used by forensic services at the crime scene. The judge allowed the proceedings to continue despite the defence’s request.
- Ntini’s Qualifications and Findings: Captain Ntini, a senior forensic analyst with extensive experience, outlined his qualifications and detailed his examination of the ballistic evidence. He confirmed that the bullets he analyzed had been fired from the same firearm, based on his expert evaluation of the markings.
What to Expect on Friday:
- Continued Testimony from Captain Ntini: Ntini will likely continue his testimony, elaborating on his findings and providing further insights into the forensic analysis process. Expect him to discuss the specifics of his comparison methods and the significance of his conclusions.
- Defence Cross-Examination: The defence is expected to cross-examine Ntini, focusing on the reliability of his findings and potentially challenging the methodologies used in the ballistic analysis. They may also revisit the issue of the logbook and its relevance to the case.
- Potential Presentation of Additional Evidence: The court may see the introduction of more evidence or testimony from other experts, depending on the progression of Ntini’s cross-examination and any new developments related to the case.
Who killed Senzo Meyiwa?
The five suspects, Carlos Mthobisi Mncube, Muzikawukhulelwa Sibiya, Bongani Ntanzi, Mthokoziseni Maphisa and Fisokuhle Ntuli, facing murder, attempted murder, robbery and gun charges, were nabbed in October 2021, on the seventh anniversary of the Orlando Pirates goalkeeper’s death.
One of the murder accused, Sibiya, was recently sentenced to 12 years imprisonment for attempted murder. He was found guilty of shooting his girlfriend, who, at the time, had threatened to lift the lid on his alleged involvement in the death of Meyiwa.
Kelly Khumalo has also been linked to the death of Meyiwa, who, at the time, was romantically involved with the revered songstress.
Despite numerous rumours of her alleged masterminding of the murder, her attorney Magdalene Moonsamy has maintained that her client remains “very positive” and “in good spirits”.
“She has been looking forward to this, and it’s nowhere, and we anticipate closure. There is a family involved, there is a child involved that has lost her dad and this is important for the purposes of herself and for the purposes of moving forward,” Moonsamy said at the time.