More information has come to light in the Mugabe residence shooting incident. It was revealed today that the victim has been paid R250 000 and will be sent a further R150 000.
The 23 year old gardener who was shock twice in the back is set to received a total of R400 000 from the co-accused as a form of compensation.
The officer testifying to this also revealed that the firearm used in the shooting is still missing and both Mugabe and his co-accused have not assisted the police with information that would lead to the recovery of the weapon.
He further went on to warn that a missing, functional firearm could pose a broader risk to society if it ends up being used in another crime.In his affidavit, Matonhodze admitted to attempted murder after shooting the victim, while also pleading guilty to defeating the ends of justice, unlawful possession of a firearm and ammunition, and contravening immigration laws by living in South Africa illegally until his arrest.
Mugabe, the younger son of late Zimbabwean president Robert Mugabe, pleaded guilty to pointing an object resembling a firearm (a toy gun) in a separate incident and to violating immigration laws.
The court heard that both men are Zimbabwean nationals and cousins, aged 28 and 32, respectively, with no previous convictions.
Both accused indicated through their lawyer that they are financially able to pay fines, compensate victims and cover their own deportation costs.
The defence has argued for a non-custodial sentence, citing their status as first-time offenders, their guilty pleas and the compensation already paid to the victim. The court was told the victim had come to court and appeared to be in good condition.
The matter has been postponed to Wednesday 29 April for sentencing proceedings.
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