Phumlani Muzi Nene, Mongameli Xaba, Mhlengu Shange, and Siyabonga Zondo.
Four security officers, charged with attempted murder following a violent confrontation earlier this month, were granted bail of R4,000 each on November 25 by the Chief Albert Luthuli Magistrates’ Court.
The accused Phumlani Muzi Nene (31), Mongameli Xaba (29), Mhlengu Shange (32), and Siyabonga Zondo (29) are employed by a private security company responsible for safeguarding taxi ranks and routes in the Elukwatini and Nhlazatshe areas.
The charges stem from an incident that occurred on November 4 at Nhlazatshe Crossings.
According to the spokesperson for the Elukwatini Police Station, Sergeant Wiseman Nkosi, the altercation began when the security personnel allegedly stopped a victim and requested to search his vehicle.
“It is alleged that the victim was stopped by these security personnel, who demanded to search his vehicle. When he refused, an argument ensued.
He then tried to leave, but they attempted to corner him. When they realised that they could not stop him, they then started hitting the vehicle with stones and shot at him,” said Nkosi.
Fortunately, the victim managed to escape the attack, immediately proceeded to the police station, and opened a case. Police subsequently traced and arrested the four suspects at Nhlazatshe No. 05.
The Chief Albert Luthuli Magistrates’ Court released the four men on strict conditions.
The accused were formally warned not to contact any of the witnesses in the case and must adhere to all future court appearance dates.
The four security officers are expected to return to court on January 26, 2025.
