Shadrack Sibiya’s bail hearing nears conclusion amid witness-safety concerns2026-10-14A three-week bail hearing for former deputy national police commissioner Shadrack Sibiya moved toward its conclusion at Randburg Magistrate’s Court on Wednesday.The court sought statements from the two complainants as it considered concerns about possible witness interference.Sibiya faces charges including rape, human trafficking and sexually grooming a minor, based on allegations involving a 16-year-old and an 18-year-old; he denies the allegations.The State opposes bail, citing witness-safety concerns and an alleged threat against the 16-year-old’s father; Sibiya denies making the threat.Both complainants described fears about Sibiya’s possible release, and the 16-year-old is under witness protection.Sibiya’s defence argued he is not a flight risk or a threat to witnesses and said his detention is straining his finances and hindering trial preparation.State raises witness safety concerns as Sibiya’s defence challenges detention (Mail & Guardian)WATCH | Sibiya back in court as bail bid continues (eNCA)State claims Sibiya's lawyers interfered with witnesses (eNCA)Shadrack Sibiya bail battle: Court wants teen complainants’ statements (The South African)Shadrack Sibiya bail application postponed for victim statements (Eyewitness News)Shadrack Sibiya continues bid for bail (eNCA)Sibiya’s freedom hangs in the balance (Daily Sun)Sibiya wiped phones before arrest, court hears (Daily Maverick)Sibiya accused in court of receiving money from 'Cat' Matlala, bail hearing continues (Eyewitness News)