Whistleblower murder suspect is former elite officer, South African police say

Summary

South African police have identified the suspect in the murder of whistleblower Marius van der Merwe as a former elite law enforcement officer. Van der Merwe was shot dead three weeks after he publicly accused fellow police officers of killing a robbery suspect. The case has raised serious concerns about police accountability and the safety of those who speak out against misconduct within the force.

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