Brutal details revealed as Petersen's killer denied parole

WHILE Najwa Dirk's parole consideration and placement have been placed on hold until she completes further evaluation, court papers shared with the Cape Argus by Taliep Petersen's family, in a bid to keep her behind bars - tell the brutal reality of the murder masked in betrayal.

- GENEVIEVE SERRA

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The court papers state that Najwa or her former co-accused, Waleed Hassen, who has since been paroled, pulled the trigger that ended the Cape muso’s life.

The Cape Argus understands that another parole hearing for Dirk is expected to take place in November 2026, with the Department of Correctional Services (DCS) saying they could not comment on dates for consideration.

Last week, National DCS spokesperson, Singabakho Nxumalo explained that the decision was made following a process with the recommendation of the Correctional Supervision and Parole Board (CSPB). “Following its assessment, the CSPB has directed that offender Petersen be afforded a further profile.