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The death of Nathaniel Bradley Julies allegedly at the hands of the police has led to violent clashes in Eldorado Park
- A third suspect linked to the murder of Nathaniel Julies, 16, has been arrested.
- The suspect is an Eldorado Park SAPS detective and was arrested on charges of thwarting the ends of justice and possession of illegal ammunition.
- Two people were previously arrested and appeared in court on Monday.
The Independent Police Investigation Directorate (IPID) arrested a third suspect related to the murder of Nathaniel Julies, 16, in Eldorado Park.
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In a statement Tuesday, IPID spokeswoman Ndileka Cola said the suspect, who is an Eldorado Park SAPS detective, was arrested on charges of thwarting the purposes of justice and being in possession of prohibited ammunition.
He must appear before the Protea Court of First Instance on 3 September.
The IPID investigation will continue, Cola said.
The first two suspects, Sergeant Simon Scorpion Ndyalvane and Officer Caylene Whiteboy, appeared in court Monday in connection with the teen’s death, News24 reported.
The two were charged with murder, possession of prohibited ammunition, contravening the aims of justice and firing a firearm in public.
Julies was shot and killed outside his home in Eldorado Park on August 26.
Off the court Monday, her uncle, Cyril Brown, explained that Julies had Down syndrome and that there was no motive or reason for someone to attack the boy.
His death sparked riots in the streets of Eldorado Park, prompting Police Minister Bheki Cele, Community Security MEC Faith Mazibuko and the South African Human Rights Commission to visit the teenager’s family.
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