Eleven suspects were arrested in connection with the mass shooting that left nine people dead at a tavern last month. Provincial Deputy Commissioner of Police, Major General Fred Kekana said at the time nine of the arrested suspects were Lesotho nationals, while one was from Mozambique.
Another suspect, believed to be a South African mineworker, was also detained. The accused face charges of being in possession of unlicensed firearms, live ammunition and the violation of immigration laws. Last week, all the accused abandoned their bail application fearing for their safety.
The five suspects confirmed that they are from Lesotho and do not have passports. One of the five suspects was previously convicted for murder. The owner of Kwanoxoli tavern was granted $90 bail. The 47-year-old face a charge of operation with a fraudulent liquor license. Court proceedings will continue under strict regulations as the media is still not allowed to film any court proceedings and the usage of phones is strictly prohibited.
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