In a strongly worded response late yesterday, music mogul Chicco Twala took aim at fresh allegations launched against his son in court.
Clockwise from left: Senzo Meyiwa, Longwe Twala and Chicco Twala. Pictures: Lefty Shivambu and Tsheko Kabasia/ Gallo; Instagram/ @kellykhumalosa and IMBDthat there was no sign of a gunshot injury on his son Longwe’s foot on the night of soccer star Senzo Meyiwa’s death in 2014.
Mngomezulu revealed this information during the cross-examination of state witness and ballistic expert, Lieutenant Colonel Christian Mangena.“I was personally in hospital with my son and all seven people who were in the house when Senzo was lying on his hospital bed.” From left, Zandile Khumalo, Senzo Meyiwa and Kelly Khumalo. Pictures: Facebook, iStock and Gallo Images
They were all present in the Vosloorus home when the intruders reportedly entered the house on the fateful evening Meyiwa was shot.During Mangena’s cross-examination by Mngomezulu, the defence lawyer raised suspicions about the police’s decision to send Chicco Twala’s firearm for analysis, insinuating that Longwe fatally wounded Meyiwa by shooting him with his father’s 9mm Parabellum pistol.
South Africa Latest News, South Africa Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
Senzo Meyiwa Trial: Longwe Twala Identified As Suspected Shooter, Mzansi Reacts: “Just Arrest Him”As the Senzo Meyiwa trial continues at a snail's pace, Advocate Thulani Mngomezulu has pointed at Longwe Twala as the man who killed the Orlando Pirates goalie.
Read more »
Chicco Twala Makes History After Inking Major Deal With US-Based CompanyVeteran musician and producer Chicco Twala has signed a historic deal with a United States-based company. The partnership will benefit SA artists.
Read more »
Chicco Twala on inspiration to create music for Mzansi Magic’s Queen ModjadjiTogether with composer Themba Mkhize, Chicco is in charge of the music on Mzansi Magic’s TV series, Queen Modjadji.
Read more »
Gauteng Judge President 'perturbed' by Meyiwa trial and its case, says presiding judgeAlmost 10 years since the Bafana Bafana captain was killed and two years since the trial into his murder started, the case is yet to be completed amid regular delays.
Read more »
Meyiwa murder trial: Ballistics expert Mangena returns to court for cross-examinationChris Mangena's testimony was halted in August last year to allow the defence time to consult with their ballistics expert.
Read more »
‘He thinks I’m enjoying this case’: Judge displeased as Senzo Meyiwa murder trial delayedJudge Ratha Mokgoatlheng has again expressed concern over the repeated delays in the Senzo Meyiwa murder trial.
Read more »