Murder Suspect's Friend Reveals: 'He Didn't Intend to Kill'

A friend of the murder suspect, Phalangiccoel Strongkode Makhanya, who was recently killed in a shootout with police in South Africa, shared his encounter with the suspect. The suspect, wanted for the murder of Olorato Mongale, had apparently confided in his friend that he did not intend to kill Mongale. According to the friend, Makhanya had many outstanding cases against him and had planned to turn himself in at dawn. The friend stated, "He was afraid of going back to prison." The police raid on Makhanya's apartment resulted in a shootout and his death. The friend's account adds a layer of complexity to the case, highlighting the suspect's state of mind and intentions. The incident underscores the ongoing challenges faced by law enforcement in South Africa. The friend's willingness to come forward, despite the risk, is a testament to the desire for justice and truth.