Nafiz Modack to continue testimony in Western Cape High Court

Nafiz Modack to continue testimony in Western Cape High Court! Alleged underworld gang boss Nafiz Modack is set to continue his high-profile testimony in the Western Cape High Court on Monday.

Modack, along with his 14 co-accused, faces a range of serious criminal charges linked to an alleged criminal enterprise operating in the Western Cape.

He is currently in the dock to answer for 122 charges, including the murder of top cop Charl Kinnear, a case that has sent shockwaves through South Africa’s law enforcement and criminal justice system.

Allegations Against Former Top Cops

As part of his testimony, Modack has made explosive allegations against two former top police officials, Jeremy Vearey and Charl Kinnear.

He claims that both men were involved in a plot to assassinate him and that they colluded with his alleged underworld rival, Mark Lifman.

According to Modack, Vearey and Kinnear were actively working against him and allegedly conspired to have him eliminated. These accusations have added a new layer of controversy and intrigue to an already complex case.

Murder of Charl Kinnear

One of the most significant charges Modack faces is his alleged involvement in the murder of Lieutenant Colonel Charl Kinnear, a top anti-gang unit detective.

Kinnear was gunned down outside his home in Bishop Lavis in September 2020, a crime that shocked the country and led to a widespread crackdown on underworld activities.

The state alleges that Modack was a key figure in orchestrating Kinnear’s assassination, although he has vehemently denied any involvement.

Denial of Key Charges

During his testimony, Modack has made several strong denials, refuting key allegations against him.

• He denied giving instructions to his co-accused, Amaal Jantjies and Yannick Adonis, to kill Kinnear.
• He also denied paying Zane Kilian, another co-accused, to track Kinnear’s cellphone location on the day of the murder.
• Additionally, he has rejected claims that he used a company, which was previously owned by his brother, to launder money for criminal activities.

Modack insists that he is being framed and that the state’s case against him is based on false narratives.

Mark Lifman’s Murder and Alleged Underworld Feud

Modack has implicated Mark Lifman, a well-known alleged underworld figure, in the broader gang war that has gripped the Western Cape.

Lifman, who had been a longtime rival of Modack, was shot dead in George in 2024, in what many believe was a targeted assassination linked to ongoing underworld conflicts.

Modack’s claim that Kinnear and Vearey were working with Lifman raises questions about potential police corruption and whether law enforcement officials were involved in the power struggles within Cape Town’s criminal underworld.

The State’s Case Against Modack

Prosecutors have built a strong case against Modack, portraying him as a key orchestrator of a sophisticated criminal network involved in murder, extortion, money laundering, and other illegal activities.

The 122 charges against him include:

• Murder (including Kinnear’s killing)
• Attempted murder
• Extortion
• Money laundering
• Corruption
• Bribery of police officials

The state is expected to present detailed evidence, including phone records, surveillance footage, and testimony from witnesses, to prove Modack’s involvement.

Impact on South Africa’s Criminal Justice System

The trial has brought renewed attention to organized crime and police corruption in South Africa.

The murder of a high-ranking police officer like Kinnear has raised alarms about the depth of underworld influence and the challenges law enforcement faces in tackling powerful criminal syndicates.

Authorities are under pressure to ensure justice is served and to dismantle the networks that have allowed organized crime to thrive.

What Happens Next?

With Modack set to continue his testimony on Monday, the trial is expected to reveal further shocking details about the alleged criminal activities and connections between law enforcement and the underworld.

Legal analysts predict that Modack’s defense team will attempt to discredit key witnesses and poke holes in the state’s case.

Meanwhile, the families of victims, including Kinnear’s loved ones, are hoping for swift justice and accountability for those responsible for the killings.

The trial continues, and South Africa watches closely as one of the most high-profile organized crime cases in recent history unfolds.