National Coloured Congress (NCC) leader Fadiel Adams is expected to appear in court on Thursday, according to his legal representative, Bruce Hendricks, who says formal charges have not yet been brought against him.
Earlier indications suggested Adams would appear in a Durban court on Wednesday. However, Hendricks has stated that neither he nor his legal team have confirmed Adams’ current whereabouts.
The uncertainty follows Adams’ arrest on Tuesday, with authorities believed to be transporting him to KwaZulu-Natal.
Lawyer Says Fadiel Adams’ Whereabouts Unknown As Legal Team Waits
Hendricks explained that efforts are underway to locate Adams, with legal teams stationed at multiple police stations in Durban in anticipation of his arrival.
“We don’t know where he is. We have a team in Durban who are awaiting his arrival on that side at various police stations, because we are not aware of where Mr Adams is currently. We know he’s in transit in a police van as he was taken from his parliamentary home yesterday, and we don’t know where he is exactly.
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“I would assume that he has not formally been charged. He’s been provided with a SAP 14A, and that is his notice of rights in terms of the constitution. However, he must still be processed in respect of the case docket where they formally warn him of the charges against him and then only he will be taken to court.
“That process must all be followed, and after that, he will be taken to court. So, unless they do that very quickly this morning, he will be appearing tomorrow.”
Arrest Linked To Magaqa Murder Case Allegations
Adams was detained by the Political Killings Task Team (PKTT) and is reportedly being transported to KwaZulu-Natal.
He faces allegations of fraud and obstructing the course of justice, reportedly linked to the murder of ANC Youth League leader Sindiso Magaqa.
