Police say details of Fadiel Adams’ travel will be kept secret for safety reasons following his arrest in Cape Town.
Adams is the leader of the National Coloured Congress and a Member of Parliament. He is being taken to KwaZulu-Natal after his arrest in connection with alleged interference in the murder case of former African National Congress politician Sindiso Magaqa.
He was arrested in Cape Town on Tuesday by members of the Political Killings Task Team. It is believed he and the team spent a night in the Eastern Cape. He is expected to be processed in Durban before his court appearance.
KwaZulu-Natal police confirmed Adams is being transported to the province but said the trip must be kept secret for security reasons due to the nature of the case.
Police spokesperson Robert Netshiunda said the suspect is in transit to the province where he will be processed and make his first court appearance. He added that for safety and security reasons, police cannot divulge the team’s movements or location.
Netshiunda said anyone in police custody becomes the responsibility of the police, and withholding certain details is necessary to avoid risking the operation and to ensure safety.
Adams is due to appear in court soon.