A Mitchells Plain mother who feeds homeless people in Cape Town's CBD believes the man accused of setting the National Assembly on fire is being framed.
“This guy has been in the street for some time. He has been a regular in the feeding line.
“He is mentally challenged. I say this because he is always alone, he comes to the line alone to fetch his food. “If anyone messes with him, he would never respond. He would turn around and walk away without food. I would then run after him and give him food.Orgill believes he was “definitely not able” to burn parliament.
“I am so adamant it is not him and he is being used as a scapegoat. I am prepared to wear my chains when he appears next Tuesday. I really want to make a big impact at court. I will have my big chains on me.”
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