By Obakeng Maje
Taung-A case of Taung prominent taxi owner Xolani Lloyd Nkonyane was postponed for formal bail application.

The court postponed the case against Nkonyane after the investigating officer lieutenant Medupe did not appear before court as he was committed in other matters.

The despondent family of Nkonyane left court with tears as the lawyer could not convince the magistrate why Nkonyane must granted bail.

His lawyer Nakale argues that his client is not flight risk and said Nkonyane has assets worth a R1m.

He said a 34 year-old suspect has a child whom he is taking care of financial, so if he is not granted bail, his business interest suffers.

Nkonyane alleged owns taxi, livestock, catering and welding companies.

He was subsequently arrested in connection of business robbery and and attempted murder in Molelema village, near Taung.

Nkonyane was cornered at Picong village,almost 30km away from the crime scene. He was allegedly driving a minibus taxi that was used during commission of crime.

Nakale his client was allegedly assaulted during the arrested and his right were compromised.

A chinese shop owner was sunsequently robbed in Molelema village, near Taung three weeks ago and community members allegedly came to the owner’s rescue and chased after suspects.

Five suspects allegedly opened fire at the community members, but no one was injured.

Police were called and a chase continues. Nkonyane and other suspects were cornered, but four suspects managed to escape.

According to Nkonyane, he was allegedly hired to transport people to Molelema village and he was suprised when he was ordered to stop alsmost 30km away from crime scene.

Nkonyane said he was assaulted by contigent of police and was arrested afterwards.

Police never explained why they arrest him and was disappointed to learn about the nature of charges he is facing, said Nkonyane.

The case was postponed for 06 January 2014 for formal bail application and Nkonyane will spend christmas and New year behind bars.

He was previously found guilty in two cases of malicious damage to property and assault.

Police investigations continue.-TDN
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