R2K: SA must take 'assassination plot' with a pinch of salt

Elvis Ramosebudi (33) appeared in the Johannesburg Magistrates Court on Friday facing a charge of conspiracy to commit murder. 

R2K spokesperson Murray Hunter says the evidence does not suggest a credible threat to the constitution. 

"The Hawks claim this individual is linked to two structures, absurdly named 'the Anti-State Capture Death Squad Alliance' and the 'Anti-White Monopoly Capitalists Regime'. It is not credible that genuine covert structures would be so descriptively named" says Hunter. 

Hunter says a genuine covert plot would not involve overt efforts to obtain funding. 

"We also note the allegation that this individual approached various big businesses seeking donations to fund assassination attempts of various prominent individuals. It is not credible that a genuine covert plot would involve open efforts at fundraising."

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The state has requested Ramosebudi be sent for mental evaluation, something which the Hunter believes could yield results. 

"We also note that the state has recommended the individual get psychiatric evaluation. The unusual circumstances around this case suggest that mental illness is a real possibility. We do not find it credible that these activities are part of a bona fide threat to our constitutional democracy."

The case has been postponed to 2 May for further investigation.