Feroz Khan alleged associate killed in R21 shooting as ex-Crime Intelligence boss prepares to testify
A relative of former Crime Intelligence deputy head Feroz Khan was killed in a shooting on the R21 highway in South Africa. The incident occurred shortly before Khan was scheduled to testify at the Madlanga Commission, though police have not confirmed a link between the events.
Why it matters
The violent death of a witness-adjacent individual raises concerns about security and potential intimidation regarding high-profile government corruption investigations.
Ask AI 1 min The police has launched a murder probe into the death a close associate to fired deputy crime intelligence Feroz Khan.
Gauteng police opened a murder and attempted-murder investigation following the fatal shooting of a relative of fired deputy Crime Intelligence boss Feroz Khan.
It is understood that Khan's uncle, Preggy Padayachee, was killed.
The shooting incident took place Monday evening on the R21 in the direction of OR Tambo International Airport, while another person was wounded in the attack.
Police said the incident unfolded after a Fiat reportedly broke down on the highway and the driver contacted a friend for assistance.
The friend arrived with two other people. As they attended to the vehicle, shots were fired at the group.
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