State opposes bail for suspended police officer Fannie Nkosi

Nkosi faces charges including theft and possession of explosives following arrest by task team investigating police corruption.

The bail application of suspended police Organised Crime Unit member Fannie Nkosi resumed in the Pretoria North Magistrate's Court on Monday after he spent more than two weeks in custody¹. Nkosi was arrested earlier this month by the SAPS Madlanga Commission Task Team following a raid at his home in Pretoria North¹.

He faces charges including theft, defeating the ends of justice, and unlawful possession of ammunition and explosives¹. In an affidavit submitted last week, Nkosi stated that he intends to plead not guilty and claims the charges against him are fabricated¹.

The state is opposing his release, arguing that the evidence suggests he was involved in protecting individuals linked to serious and violent crimes¹.

Nkosi previously testified before the Madlanga Commission for eight days, where he spoke about his alleged links to suspected criminal cartel members Vusimuzi "Cat" Matlala and Katiso "KT" Molefe¹. The commission has been investigating allegations of police involvement with organised crime networks.