Cellphone Evidence Shakes Murder Trial | Johannesburg News

Matipandile Sotheni, accused of murdering key witness Marius van der Merwe, is locked up with a cellphone — and the prosecution says it’s damning evidence he used to coordinate with outsiders. With forensic data, GPS tracking from his car, and massive cellphone logs still being analyzed, the state seeks more time before trial — a move the magistrate backed despite defense objections. Sotheni, once part of the Special Task Force, faces murder and conspiracy charges after van der Merwe was killed post-testimony. Bail was denied due to flight risk and witness intimidation fears. The next court date? November 22nd. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/b3183d6e9a171bb9