In a significant turn of events, the case involving a young man arrested at Umkomaas Beach was thrown out of court. The individual, who faced charges of Common Assault, Defeating the Ends of Justice, and Disarming the Police, was set to appear in Scottburgh Court on July 15, 2024.
Local councillor provided a detailed account of the incident, noting that the young man was apprehended by SAPS officers from the King Shaka Airport precinct, which is notably distant from the Durban North Cluster.
The young man’s father expressed deep concern over the circumstances of the arrest, stating that his son was unarmed, possessed a valid fishing license, and had no fish in his possession at the time of the incident.
In the video, a young man is seen being arrested by SAPS officers at Umkomaas Beach.
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From the local councillor:
“The young man involved in the incident with SAPS at Umkomaas Beach was arrested and detained to appear in Scottburgh Court on the 15th of July 2024 on charges of Common Assault, Defeating… pic.twitter.com/KQr85MkKlR
— Yusuf Abramjee (@Abramjee) July 15, 2024
Despite the charges, the prosecution chose not to proceed, leading to the dismissal of the case.
The young man’s family, though traumatized, is relieved to have him back home. He will undergo a medical examination by the district surgeon, and the family plans to pursue further action against the State.
Local councillor commended the court’s decision, stating, “We are glad that the courts have justly applied their minds and ended the ordeal of the young man.”