Bekkersdal Tavern Owner Arrested for Fraud
The owner of the Bekkersdal tavern where ten people were killed in a mass shooting has been arrested for allegedly operating the business with a fraudulent liquor licence.
Police arrested the owner during a raid on the premises, during which liquor stock was seized. Authorities allege that the tavern was trading illegally at the time of the operation.
The arrest follows ongoing investigations linked to the deadly shooting that shocked the Bekkersdal community.
Police said further investigations are underway, and the suspect is expected to appear in court on charges related to fraud and contravention of liquor laws.

