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Trouble Looming for Suspects in Senzo Meyiwa Case: Vodacom Testimony Links Cellphone Data to Key Figures

In a significant development at the High Court in Pretoria, Vodacom’s forensic supervisor, Pinky Vythilingam, presented crucial cellphone data that could have far-reaching implications for the suspects in the murder trial of soccer star Senzo Meyiwa. The testimony centered around the events of October 26, 2014, the night Meyiwa was tragically killed.

Vythilingam’s testimony revealed that a cellphone number registered under renowned producer Sello Chicco Twala was allegedly used by his son, Longwe Twala, on the night of the murder. Longwe Twala was reportedly present at the home of Meyiwa’s girlfriend, Kelly Khumalo, in Vosloorus, Gauteng, where the incident occurred.

Key Evidence

State prosecutor Ronnie Sibanda highlighted that cellphone data pinpointed Chicco Twala’s number pinging in Vosloorus after 8 PM on the fateful day. Vythilingam provided detailed activity logs showing that the phone was active in Vosloorus at exactly 20:20:16, before moving to Spruitview.

“When questioned about the user of the number associated with Sello Twala,” Vythilingam stated, “it is Longwe Twala.”

Additionally, the testimony implicated accused number five, Fisokuhle Ntuli, linking him to the crime scene through cellphone records. Vythilingam noted that Ntuli’s phone had connected to a tower in Vosloorus just after 2 PM on the day of the shooting. A critical call was highlighted at 14:20, where Ntuli’s number was in communication with another number associated with accused number three, Mthobisi Mncube.

Implications of the Testimony

This testimony underscores the complex web of connections surrounding the night Senzo Meyiwa was shot. The cellphone data not only places key figures near the crime scene but also establishes crucial timelines that could influence the trial’s outcome.

Ongoing Trial

As the trial continues, the court is meticulously examining digital evidence from Vodacom’s forensic analysis, which promises to be crucial in determining the involvement of the accused parties. The digital trail left by the suspects’ cellphones offers a compelling narrative that the prosecution hopes will lead to justice for Senzo Meyiwa, a beloved figure in South African sports.

The unfolding drama in the courtroom serves as a stark reminder of the advancements in forensic technology and its pivotal role in modern investigations. The detailed records and testimonies being scrutinized aim to unravel the mystery behind Meyiwa’s untimely death, with the hopes of bringing closure to his family and fans.

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