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Delict [2023] ZAGPPHC 350

Engelbrecht v City of Tshwane Metropolitan Municipality

Engelbrecht v City of Tshwane Metropolitan Municipality [2023] ZAGPPHC 350; A85/2021 (4 May 2023)

Court
North Gauteng High Court, Pretoria
Case number
A85/2021
Judges
Baqwa, Steinberg, V. Tlhapi

The High Court dismissed an appeal against dismissal of a damages claim arising from an alleged assault and shooting by a metro police officer.

  • Unlawful Assault
  • Onus Of Proof
  • Self Defence
  • Accidental Discharge
  • Damages For Personal Injury
  • Civil-appeal
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Delict [2020] ZAMPMHC 1

Bhembe v Minister of Police (4327/2018)

Bhembe v Minister of Police (4327/2018) [2020] ZAMPMHC 1 (16 January 2020)

Court
Middelburg High Court, Mpumalanga
Case number
4327/2018
Judge
Ratshibvumo

The High Court held the Minister of Police liable for injuries caused when an off-duty SAPS captain’s handgun discharged and shot the plaintiff.

  • Vicarious Liability
  • Accidental Discharge
  • Police Misconduct
  • Firearm Training
  • Damages For Personal Injury
  • Vicarious-liability
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