'Shebeshxt' bail application: Allegations of forged signatures

The bail application of popular musician Lehlogonolo Katlego Chauke, known as 'Shebeshxt,' has raised serious concerns after evidence suggested he may have forged complainants' signatures to withdraw past cases.

- Cecilia Mogashoa

The matter was heard at the Polokwane Magistrate's Court on Monday, where investigating officer WO Phaladi Makola testifying. He detailed Chauke's criminal history, including a 2018 admission of guilt in Lebowakgomo, where he paid R300. The musician also faces two ongoing attempted murder charges, with a trial scheduled for February 18-20 in the Lebowakgomo Regional Court. Bail of R5 000 had previously been granted for these charges, which involved weapons such as a sharp object and a knife. “The accused was granted bail with conditions not to commit schedule one offences, yet he violated them,” Makola said.