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Oct 20, 2026 at 11:07 AM ET
South African court denies bail to Shadrack Sibiya
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A South African court denied bail to former deputy police chief Shadrack Sibiya, who faces multiple sexual-offense charges, including alleged rape of an 18-year-old, human trafficking and sexually grooming a 16-year-old. The court said he had threatened witnesses and disposed of cellphone evidence, describing his conduct as a dangerous pattern.
WHO: A South African court
WHAT: Denied bail to former deputy police chief Shadrack Sibiya.
WHEN: Reported Oct 20, 2026 at 5:54 AM ET
WHERE: South Africa
WHY: The court said Sibiya had threatened witnesses and disposed of cellphone evidence, and that his conduct showed a dangerous pattern.
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