NPA REAFFIRMS COMMITMENT TO UPHOLD THE RULE OF LAW FOLLOWING ASSAULT ON FEMALE POLICE OFFICER
14 October 2025
NPA REAFFIRMS COMMITMENT TO UPHOLD THE RULE OF LAW FOLLOWING ASSAULT ON FEMALE POLICE OFFICER
Kimberley, Northern Cape – The National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) is committed to ensuring that those who attack or undermine law enforcement officials are held accountable in terms of the law. This follows the appearance of brothers Adriaan and Antonio Ramzan before the Kimberley Magistrates’ Court on charges of assault with intent to do grievous bodily harm, malicious injury to property, and interference with police duties.
The case relates to the assault of a female police officer, an incident captured on video and widely circulated on social media. The matter has been remanded to 25 November 2025 for further investigation. Outstanding evidence includes the J88 medical form, injury statements, witness statements, and video footage of the incident.
The Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) in the Northern Cape views this matter in a serious light and is giving it close attention. Upon the accused’s first court appearance, where they applied for bail, the prosecutor recommended bail of R1 000, based on the information contained in the docket at the time. The docket then contained no injury statements, no video footage, and no record of pending cases against the accused. After considering arguments by the defence regarding affordability, the court exercised its discretion and released the accused on warning.
The NPA emphasises that release on warning or bail does not amount to an acquittal. The accused remain before the court to answer to the serious allegations against them. “We appeal to members of the public to respect the rule of law and the authority of the courts. The criminal justice system must be allowed to operate without fear, favour, or prejudice. All accused persons are presumed innocent until proven guilty. However, anyone found to have transgressed against law enforcement officials will be dealt with appropriately by the courts.” Said Advocate Hannes Cloete, Acting Director of Public Prosecutions for the Northern Cape.
The NPA further urges communities to allow court processes to unfold without interference and to respect the work of law enforcement and prosecuting authorities. Attacks on law enforcement officials undermine the foundations of democracy, and the rule of law will be upheld without compromise.
Issued by:
Mojalefa Senokoatsane
NPA Regional Spokesperson – Northern Cape Division
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