An Ennerdale father who “mistakenly” shot dead his teenage son will know early in 2019 if he will be charged with culpable homicide or murder.
Sibusiso Emmanuel Tshabalala was initially charged with murder. His lawyer, Chewe Machaka, has filed representations to the national director of public prosecutions asking that the murder charge be changed to culpable homicide.
Prosecutor Tumi Maunye told the Lenasia Magistrate’s Court on Tuesday that he had received a letter from the prosecution’s office requesting a meeting with Machaka to discuss a possible plea agreement.
Magistrate Maggie van der Merwe expressed disappointment that the matter was not settled on Tuesday.
“I’m very anxious to get this matter finalised. I’m disappointed. I was hoping to get the matter concluded today for you and your family to get closure,” Van der Merwe said, addressing Tshabalala.
