State alleges KT Molefe a 'dangerous individual' tied to DJ Sumbody's murder, drug network
The State alleges that Molefe orchestrated the murder of DJ Sumbody, real name Oupa John Sefoka, who was gunned down in a hail of bullets in Woodmead, Johannesburg, in November 2022.
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The Alexandra Magistrate's Court has heard allegations for the first time linking controversial businessman Katiso “KT” Molefe to the illicit drug trade and the murders of DJ Sumbody and DJ Vintos.
Molefe, arrested last month by the police’s political killings task team in Gauteng, appeared in court on Wednesday for a bail application.
He is facing multiple charges including murder, conspiracy to commit murder, and possession of unlicensed firearms and ammunition.
His three co-accused, Musa Kekana, Michael Pule Tau and Floyd Mabusela, have opted not to apply for bail.
The State alleges that Molefe orchestrated the murder of DJ Sumbody, real name Oupa John Sefoka, who was gunned down in a hail of bullets in Woodmead, Johannesburg, in November 2022.
His two bodyguards, Sibusiso Mokoena and Sandile Myeza, were also killed in the shooting.
Reading the affidavit of the investigating officer, State prosecutor Khethokwakhe Ngubane opposed Molefe’s bail, describing him as a dangerous individual with no regard for human life.
Accused mastermind Katiso Molefe appears in the Alexandra Magistrates’ Court amid claims linking him to the murders of DJs and drug-related killings across Gauteng.
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“There’s a huge outcry from social media, with many fearing that his release on bail will impact the case,” said Ngubane.
Ngubane opposed Molefe’s bail application, describing him as a dangerous individual with no regard for human life.
Ngubane revealed that cellphone records show communication between Molefe, Michael Pule Tau and Floyd Mabusela following DJ Sumbody’s murder.
According to the investigating officer, the records indicate the hitmen were in contact with Molefe, and WhatsApp messages suggest he was expected to arrange payment for the killings.
He added that the lives of the investigating officers are at risk, and they are currently under 24-hour protection.
The bail application has been postponed to August 15, when Molefe’s legal team is expected to file his responding affidavit and make further arguments.
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