Cash to drop charges and threats for associates — Sibiya faces weekend in jail
One of the victims was allegedly offered cash to drop the charges, and Shadrack Sibiya was heard threatening his associate: “I can deal with you.” His bail hearing will continue after another weekend behind bars at Kgosi Mampuru prison.
Deputy National Commissioner Shadrack Sibiya faces potential jail time after being charged with multiple offenses including rape, sexual grooming of a minor, and human trafficking. The court has heard that Sibiya allegedly offered cash to drop charges against one of his associates and made threats against another. A recording played in court revealed Sibiya telling his former bodyguard, "I can deal with you very quickly," after accusing him of speaking against him.
Sibiya's bail hearing will continue after another weekend in jail at Kgosi Mampuru prison. The State prosecutor has also expressed concerns about witness interference and alleged threats against state witnesses.
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