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State raises witness intimidation concerns in Sibiya bail bid

The State has raised concerns over potential witness intimidation during the bail hearing of suspended Gauteng police deputy commissioner Shadrack Sibiya at the Randburg Magistrates’ Court.

State raises witness intimidation concerns in Sibiya bail bid

Deputy National Police Commissioner Shadrack Sibiya appeared in court to face serious sexual grooming, human trafficking and rape charges against two teenage girls. The state detailed the allegations, including explicit messages and attempts to control the victims' behavior. Sibiya requested bail at the Randburg Magistrate's Court but was denied by the investigating officer.

Meanwhile, Zimbabwean businessman Lawrence Mudzinganyama was granted R15,000 bail after making threats to kill women at a Sandton restaurant. The charges against him include fraud, intimidation, crimen injuria and assault. He is currently facing multiple charges and will need to comply with strict conditions while out on bail. Additionally, South Africa's cricket team, the Proteas, secured favorable fixtures for next year's Cricket World Cup, avoiding some challenging teams in the initial round of matches hosted in their own country.

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