Nafiz Modack denies instructing Amaal Jantjies to kill top cop Charl Kinnear! Alleged underworld gang boss Nafiz Modack has denied allegations that he instructed co-accused Amaal Jantjies to plan attacks on slain top cop Charl Kinnear before his murder in 2020. Modack is currently testifying as part of his defense against 122 charges, which include conspiracy to commit murder and running an alleged criminal enterprise.
The proceedings on Monday focused on Modack’s alleged involvement in three failed assassination attempts on Kinnear in 2019. Kinnear, who was investigating organized crime syndicates, was shot dead outside his home in Bishop Lavis, Cape Town, in September 2020.
Modack Denies Murder Plot Involvement
During his testimony, Modack emphasized that his interactions with Jantjies were strictly professional and centered around legal matters. He explained that he made payments to Jantjies and helped her obtain a BMW and two cellphones. Modack claimed these payments were made because he believed Jantjies was working on legal matters on his behalf.
Nafiz Modack denies instructing Amaal Jantjies
Modack also told the court that his financial support for Jantjies included funding her efforts to secure bail for her then-boyfriend, Yannick Adonis, who was also a co-accused in the case. However, Modack said he ceased contact with Jantjies after she repeatedly failed to deliver results, including the failed bail application.
Jantjies’ Allegations Against Modack
Jantjies, who has already testified in court, previously admitted to planning Kinnear’s murder in 2019. She claimed that Modack had given her explicit instructions to carry out the plot.
Her testimony included details of several meetings and payments she alleged were tied to the conspiracy. Jantjies’ statements are a critical part of the prosecution’s case against Modack, who is accused of being the mastermind behind multiple criminal schemes.
Modack’s Defense Strategy
Modack vehemently denied Jantjies’ claims, telling the court that he never instructed her to harm or kill Kinnear. He asserted that the payments and gifts he provided were part of his trust in her legal expertise, not part of a murder plot.
The defense aims to discredit Jantjies’ testimony, portraying her as unreliable and accusing her of making false claims to secure a lighter sentence for herself.
Complex Criminal Charges
Modack faces a total of 122 charges, including:
- Conspiracy to commit murder
- Racketeering
- Money laundering
- Extortion
The prosecution argues that Modack was at the helm of a criminal empire responsible for various violent acts, including targeted attacks on law enforcement officials. Kinnear’s murder has been one of the most high-profile cases linked to the accused.
Background on Charl Kinnear’s Murder
Kinnear was a seasoned detective with the Anti-Gang Unit, known for investigating organized crime syndicates in Cape Town. His assassination in September 2020 sent shockwaves through the law enforcement community, sparking public outrage and calls for justice.
Authorities have alleged that Kinnear’s death was the result of a coordinated campaign to silence him and derail his investigations into gang-related activities.
Trial Developments and Public Interest
The ongoing trial has garnered significant public attention, given the high-profile nature of the case and Modack’s alleged ties to Cape Town’s criminal underworld.
The prosecution is expected to continue presenting evidence aimed at linking Modack to Kinnear’s murder and other criminal activities. Meanwhile, Modack’s defense team will continue to challenge the credibility of key witnesses, including Jantjies.
As the trial proceeds, legal experts anticipate further explosive testimony and potential new revelations regarding the intricate web of alleged criminal activities surrounding Kinnear’s death.
Trial Continues
The trial is set to continue, with both sides preparing for further cross-examinations. The outcome of the case could have significant implications for the fight against organized crime in South Africa.
