Coordinator ‘master of everything’ in AKA’s murder arrested

The SAPS has confirmed that six suspects have been arrested, including the coordinator ‘master of everything’ in connection with AKA’s murder.

The South African Police Service (SAPS) has confirmed that six suspects have been arrested for the murder of Kiernan “AKA” Forbes and his friend Tebello’ Tibz’ Motsoane.

The two were shot at point blank on 10 February 2023 in Durban, KwaZulu-Natal.

KZN SAPS Commissioner, Lieutenant General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi, gave a briefing on the recent arrests. He confirmed that four suspects are in custody in South Africa, with the other two suspects still in Eswatini waiting for repatriation.

COORDINATOR IN AKA’S MURDER ARRESTED

However, the police have confirmed that the coordinator’ master of everything’ in AKA’s murder, who mobilised resources and paid the suspects, is also in custody.

AKA and Tibz killers finally arrested…

I am more curious to know who ordered the killing. 🤔#AKA Bheki Cele pic.twitter.com/PZcMIT0C5Q

— m a s h è s h a 💨 (@_mashesha) February 27, 2024

The police also made it known that there is no clear picture yet of whether the person who executed the plan was the mastermind or someone was also giving him some calls.

However, the SAPS revealed that the coordinator assembled and paid all the suspects. Among the six suspects are two shooters, two spotters, a coordinator, and the organiser of firearms and vehicles.

All suspects will appear before the court on Thursday. The police revealed that they had a strong case against the suspects.