Kubayi condemns ‘senseless violence’ targeting legal profession
Justice Minister Mmamoloko Kubayi condemned what she has described as senseless acts of violence targeted at the legal profession.
The minister’s statement comes amid the search for at least four suspects who gunned down insolvency lawyer Bouwer van Niekerk.
Van Niekerk was shot dead in his office in Johannesburg on Friday morning.
Gauteng police say four men set up an appointment with the 43-year-old under the guise of being prospective clients.
Van Niekerk was involved in numerous high-profile cases, including several Gupta-owned companies' business rescue efforts.
In a statement on Sunday, Kubayi said the legal profession plays a vital role in upholding justice and the rule of law.
“The minister appreciates that a full investigation is underway and wishes to reiterate that the investigation must speedily deal with the perpetrators of this crime and bring them to book, to restore faith in our laws and law enforcement officers,” said the minister spokesperson, Terrence Manase.
“The minister extends her heartfelt condolences to the family, friends, and colleagues of Mr Van Niekerk during this difficult time.”
Police are investigating the motive for the killing.
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