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Delict [2008] ZAKZHC 106

Govender v Minister of Safety and Security (4818/03)

Govender v Minister of Safety and Security (4818/03) [2008] ZAKZHC 106; 2009 (2) SACR 87 (D) (14 July 2008)

Court
High Courts - Kwazulu Natal
Case number
4818/03
Judge
Msimang

High Court delict claim against the Minister after police shot a hostage-taker. The court found the killing was not justified by private defence.

  • Wrongful Killing
  • Private Defence
  • Onus Of Proof
  • Liability Of State
  • Hostage Situations
  • Damages
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