Khedama v Minister of Police (667/2024)
Khedama v Minister of Police (667/2024) [2025] ZASCA 79 (5 June 2025)
The Supreme Court of Appeal found that the full court erred in drastically reducing the quantum of damages awarded for the appellant's unlawful arrest and detention. The appellant was subjected to particularly egregious and degrading treatment by the police, including humiliation, psychological trauma, and prolonged detention under harsh conditions. The court held that the severity of the constitutional rights violations and the systemic disregard for human dignity justified a higher award. The assessment of damages must reflect not only the duration of detention but also the overall treatmen…
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- Unlawful Arrest And Detention
- Quantum Of Damages
- Constitutional Rights Violation
- Cruel Inhuman Or Degrading Treatment
- Interest On Unliquidated Debt