Defence witness to continue testimony in Senzo Meyiwa murder trial

Defence witness Thabiso Buthelezi is set to continue his testimony in the Senzo Meyiwa murder trial at the High Court in Pretoria on Tuesday. Buthelezi had previously stated that the deceased, Simphiwe Buthelezi, was very ill and mentally unwell when the police allegedly obtained a statement from him. On Monday, the court heard further details regarding a statement allegedly given by the late Simphiwe Buthelezi on June 16, 2020.

Defense counsel cross-examined the witness about his uncle's condition at the time of the statement. Buthelezi described his uncle as unable to speak properly or even feed himself, stating that he was in a poor state to provide any statements. He explained that his uncle was not capable of having a conversation, where one person would speak to him and the other would respond, as his mind was severely impacted or damaged.

Buthelezi further characterized his uncle's physical state, saying that one could incorrectly assume he had arthritis, as some of his fingers were overlapping.