Independent investigators tasked with Khayelitsha anti-land invasion case
Executive Mayor Alderman Dan Plato has announced that independent investigators will probe the circumstances around an anti-land invasion operation in Khayelitsha.
‘I have asked that the City’s internal investigation be handed over to independent investigators to ensure the findings are above reproach, given the public interest in the matter,’ said Mayor Plato.
All video and photographic evidence, including footage taken by residents and law enforcement officers, will be handed over to independent investigators, who will further conduct their own interviews.
Included in this evidence is footage showing a man to have been initially clothed at the time of the operation, and not taking a shower/bath in his structure as reported.
‘Despite reports that Mr Qholani purposefully undressed in an attempt to prevent the anti-land invasion operation from taking place, I do not condone the undignified and shameful circumstances surrounding this incident. We will await the findings of the independent investigators in this regard. I have asked that this matter be concluded by no later than Friday, 10 July,’ said Mayor Plato.