BRITS POS – RUSTENBURG – The 40-year-old Chris “Madala” Zitha is expected to reappear in the Rustenburg Magistrates’ Court on Thursday, 20 June 2024, for bail application after his first court appearance on Monday, 10 June on a charge of possession of explosives.
“Zitha was arrested at Mahumapelo Phase 1, by Marikana Visible Policing members on Thursday, 06 June, during a crime intelligence driven operation,” says Lt Col Amanda Funani, SAPS North West spokesperson.
He was arrested after the operationalisation of intelligence regarding a man who was seen in possession of explosives. The police allegedly searched the accused’s residence and found the explosives.” Funani concludes.
The acting District Commissioner of Bojanala Platinum Sub-District 2, Brigadier Mmamotsamai Ntoagae, thanked all members involved in the operation for their dedication that led to the arrest.
