Go Unlimited with Magzter GOLD
Get unlimited access to 10,000+ magazines, newspapers and Premium stories for just
Try GOLD - Free
Amputee awarded R60000 after unlawful arrest and detention
Cape Argus
|July 14, 2025
AN AMPUTEE reliant on a prosthetic leg, who was arrested for no reason by the police and detained overnight before he was told he could go home, is set to receive R60000 in damages from police.
The North West High Court, sitting in Mahikeng, remarked that the plaintiff (who was only identified by his initials in the judgment) faced unique challenges, as police cells are typically designed with able-bodied detainees in mind, with little consideration given for the special needs of those with impaired movement.
The plaintiff claimed R150000 arising from his unlawful arrest on January 3, 2023, and his subsequent detention.
While the father of three explained his ordeal to the court, the police did not appear in court to defend the matter.
The plaintiff testified that the police arrived at his home in Ventersdorp and informed him that he was being arrested on allegations that he and his friends had assaulted someone.
Despite attempting to explain his innocence, the police officers refused to hear his version and ordered him into the back of the police vehicle.
This story is from the July 14, 2025 edition of Cape Argus.
Subscribe to Magzter GOLD to access thousands of curated premium stories, and 10,000+ magazines and newspapers.
Already a subscriber? Sign In
MORE STORIES FROM Cape Argus
Cape Argus
Max seeks F1 Qatar Grand Prix hat-trick but Norris still title favourite
MAX Verstappen is seeking a hat-trick of wins at the Qatar Grand Prix this weekend as this year’s Formula One world championship reaches boiling point in the Arabian Gulf.
2 mins
November 28, 2025
Cape Argus
Prime Circle and Jesse Clegg to rock the Mother City
Two Mzansi musical powerhouses will be bringing the festive vibes to the Mother City this weekend during this festival.
1 min
November 28, 2025
Cape Argus
Brackenfell family praises firefighter's lifesaving actions
A BRACKENFELL family has sung the praises of firefighter, Arlin Thielman, who helped save their baby, Daniel.
1 min
November 28, 2025
Cape Argus
Van Rooyen worked on Lions’ ‘identity’ ahead of derby
THE Lions coach Ivan van Rooyen believes his team is in prime condition following a structured three-week preparation period ahead of their United Rugby Championship encounter against the Bulls tomorrow, with kickoff set for 2pm.
2 mins
November 28, 2025
Cape Argus
Trump’s G20 exclusion of SA has economic implications
PRESIDENT Donald Trump’s announcement that South Africa would not be invited to attend the G20 summit in 2026, as well as stopping payments and subsidies, is set to prove that the US has power and dominates the economy.
2 mins
November 28, 2025
Cape Argus
Louw's comeback adds power to depleted Bulls
DESPITE missing key players due to Springboks duty, the Bulls will field a strong side for their United Rugby Championship (URC) Juksei derby with the Lions.
2 mins
November 28, 2025
Cape Argus
Shooting suspect served alongside US army in Afghanistan
A MAN suspected of shooting two National Guard soldiers near the White House was an Afghan national who had served alongside American troops in Afghanistan, US media reported this week, as Washington labelled the incident an “act of terror”.
3 mins
November 28, 2025
Cape Argus
Shortages force Boks into 7-1 bench split
THE Springboks have been pushed into selecting a 7-1 bench split for tomorrow's Test against Wales in Cardiff, a move driven primarily by player unavailability and the match falling outside the international window.
3 mins
November 28, 2025
Cape Argus
Slot feels ‘safe’ despite Reds’ latest humiliation
ARNE Slot insisted he is confident of avoiding the sack despite troubled Liverpool's dismal 4-1 defeat to PSV Eindhoven on Wednesday.
2 mins
November 28, 2025
Cape Argus
How outdated criminal justice system fuels crime
THE Western Cape Province is ravaged by escalating drug and gang wars, worsened by severe failures by national government, especially within the SAPS.
4 mins
November 28, 2025
Listen
Translate
Change font size