Suspended police officer Fannie Nkosi has approached the Pretoria North Magistrate’s Court for bail, stating that he earns R16,500 a month and can afford to pay R10,000 for his release.
Nkosi returned to court on Monday for a formal bail application, with the National Prosecuting Authority opposing his release.
Charges And Arrest Details
The 42 year old was arrested on 2 April following a raid at his Pretoria North home. He is currently suspended from the South African Police Service organised crime unit and has previously testified at the Madlanga Commission.
He faces multiple charges, including unlawful possession of explosives, failure to safeguard firearms and ammunition, theft, and defeating the administration of justice.
During his earlier court appearance, it was alleged that police discovered more than R50,000 hidden under a mattress, along with firearms and other items.
Nkosi Denies Allegations
In an affidavit presented by his lawyer Siza Dlali, Nkosi denied all allegations and claimed the charges against him were fabricated.
He told the court that all firearms in his possession were licensed and properly stored in a safe, rejecting claims that weapons were found under a mattress, in a bed or inside a vehicle.
Nkosi also denied obstructing justice, saying he complied fully with the terms of his suspension and handed over required police equipment.
Regarding the dockets found at his property, he insisted they were part of his official duties linked to investigations into cash in transit heists and violent crime.
Personal Circumstances And Bail Argument
Nkosi told the court he has no previous convictions and no pending cases. He said he is a South African citizen with strong family and community ties, including a wife and child, and owns a home in Pretoria North.
He added that he has not travelled internationally since 2012 and has already handed over his passports to investigators.
Nkosi said he is willing to comply with any bail conditions and argued that he has no intention of evading trial.
Proceedings Continue
The court briefly adjourned after the State requested additional time to respond to Nkosi’s affidavit, which it had only received on Monday morning.
Presiding magistrate Thandi Theledi ruled that proceedings would resume later in the afternoon, when the State is expected to present its arguments before a decision on bail is made.
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