By Phumlani Saul
A man accused of multiple kidnappings for ransom in Nelson Mandela Bay appeared alone in the Kariega Magistrate’s Court on Monday, after his attorney failed to show up.
Mnyamezeli Tete, the accused, seemed bewildered when asked by the court about the whereabouts of his lawyer, Zolile Ngqeza. He simply shrugged his shoulders and requested a postponement to contact his legal representative.
The court was left with no choice but to grant the postponement, leaving Tete to face another day in court without legal counsel.
Tete is facing charges of kidnapping for ransom, with multiple cases pending against him. The prosecution alleges that he was involved in a string of kidnappings in the Nelson Mandela Bay area, demanding hefty ransoms from the victims’ families.
The case has sparked widespread concern about the safety and security of residents in the region. The community is eagerly awaiting the outcome of the trial, hoping for justice to be served.
The matter has been postponed to a later date, pending Tete’s legal representation.
Mnyamezeli Tete
accused of multiple kidnappings for ransom in Nelson Mandela Bay photo supplied
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