Cele instructs police to enforce law in Groblersdal
Police Minister Bheki Cele says police must continue to enforce the law without fear of favour.
He made these remarks whilst addressing the media outside the Groblersdal Magistrate’s Court.
Cele attended the case against the Limpopo private security manager Pieter Groenewald, who is accused of the attempted murder of an employee.
He was joined by Limpopo Premier Stan Mathabatha and Justice Minister Ronald Lamola.
Groenewald and his son 27-year-old son, Stephan Greef, allegedly assaulted an employee they suspected to be drunk during work hours.
During their first court appearance, supporters of Groenewald clashed with the police outside court, demanding his release.
Police fired stun grades to disperse the protestors, some of whom were seen waving the old South African flag.
"The police are ready for whatever eventuality. That is why they are here,” Cele said.
"They know their duty; theirs is to uphold the law, but if others refuse to uphold the law, police must enforce the law. Our duty is to ensure the law takes place; we are ready to handle the situation".
The case has been postponed to Wednesday, with the accused remaining in custody.
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