Soldiers patrol Alexandra, Johannesburg, to enforce lockdown. This is where Collins Khosa died after an altercation with soldiers.The family of Collins Khosa, who died on April 10 after an altercation with South African National Defence Force soldiers, say they have been vindicated by the military ombudsman, who agreed with their version of events.
Khosa’s bother-in-law, Thabiso Muvhango, who witnessed the alleged assault in the Johannesburg township of Alexandra, said the findings were a step in the right direction for the family to find justice. She said the military ombud, retired Lt-Gen Vusumuzi Masondo, recommended that appropriate disciplinary measures be taken against the commander of the platoon, who was on the ground, and those who were with the commander.
“Unfortunately, the four members of the SANDF who have these allegations hanging over them reserved their right to remain silent, having been advised by a lawyer who was representing them,” she said. The ombud does not deal with criminal investigations, but has a responsibility with regards to the behaviour of SANDF members.
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