Following the concerted efforts of the SAPS to not only apprehend the perpetrators behind the murder of Ms Jostina Sangweni, but to also ensure that cases against the suspects are watertight towards a successful prosecution, police on Friday 09 April 2021 arrested two suspects in Mapetla.
The two suspects aged 27 and 28 are expected to make their first appearance today, 12 April 2021, in the Protea Magistrate Court.
The investigation is still ongoing as police expect to make more arrests.
Gauteng Police Commissioner, Lieutenant General Elias Mawela has welcomed the arrests and urged the investigating team to leave no stone unturned until the remaining suspects are also apprehended and brought to book.
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Nathaniel Julies murder trial set to start in March Updated
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The trial of the three police officers linked to the murder of Eldorado Park teen Nathaniel Julies is set to start in the High Court in Johannesburg on March 19.
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The Protea Magistrates’ Court heard on Friday that investigations are complete and the case will be transferred to the High Court.
Sixteen-year-old Julies, who was born with Down syndrome, was allegedly shot by police officers in August last year.
I can only just say that I am feeling happy now. I can see where the case is going and we are finally going to get justice.
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The family of slain Eldorado Park youth Nathaniel Julies is battling financial hardship and faces eviction after defaulting on their residential rental payment. This comes as the family continues to fight what seems to be a drawn-out battle for justice for their 16-year-old son.
Friends and family attend the memorial service in Eldorado Park of Nathaniel Julies on 3 September 2020. (Photo: Gallo Images / Sharon Seretlo)
The three police officers charged with the killing of Nathaniel might be a step closer to knowing their fate as the case finally seems to be headed for the high court for trial. The case against the trio, who appeared at the Protea Magistrates’ Court on Wednesday, 27 January 2021, was postponed to 26 February.