The defence counsel in the Senzo Meyiwa murder trial has called a new witness on behalf of accused number three, Mthobisi Mncube, at the High Court in Pretoria.
Thabiso Buthelezi is testifying about a statement allegedly made by the late Simphiwe Buthelezi, who reportedly claimed to have been involved in the illegal firearms trade with the accused.
The testimony seeks to shed light on the alleged relationship between Mncube and Simphiwe Buthelezi, as well as the information shared by the investigating team during the investigation.
Five men are standing trial for the murder of Meyiwa.
Buthelezi is being led in evidence by Advocate Charles Mnisi.
Mnisi: “This court was told by the investigating team through the mouth of Brigadier Bongani Gininda that there was an interaction between them and Mr Simphiwe Buthelezi”.
Buthelezi: “Yes, that’s correct. Thank you.
Mnisi: “Now, the minute I used the word interaction and you just said yes, that means you have knowledge of that process”
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-Reporting by Lerato Makola
