There is heavy police presence in Senekal, South Africa as thousands of Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) members and members of the farming community continue to gather outside the Senekal Magistrate’s Court on Friday.
According to SABC News report, Sekola Matlaletsa and Sekwetje Mahlamba are due to appear in court today for the murder of 21-year-old farm manager Brandon Horner.
During the suspects’ first court appearance, a group of farmers stormed the court building demanding that the two suspects be handed over them.
On Thursday, Police Minister Bheki Cele said officers are fully prepared for any eventuality in the area.
“It would be really foolish for the police to say people have no right to come there. That right is in the constitution and it goes with responsibilities. There are few things that should be taken into consideration. People should know that as they will be marching, they should not interfere [destroy] the property. You don’t destroy property, you don’t injure people you don’t march armed,” He explained.
The incident sparked outrage across the country, with some members of the society criticising the police for not acting decisively against the farmers.
Earlier this month, Angry farmers stormed the courtroom and set a police vehicle alight.
