IPID investigating the death of a Nigerian man in Lwandle, Cape Town

The Independent Police Investigative Directorate (IPID) is investigating the death of 28year-old Victor Udes, a Nigerian national, in police holding cells at Lwandle SAPS on 01 May 2019.

It is alleged that on 01 May 2019 at about 10:30 SAPS members were called to a domestic disturbance complaint. Upon arrival at the address, police officers spoke to a lady who introduced herself as the ex-girlfriend of the deceased, who was in the process of moving out.

It is alleged that the lady told the police that the deceased was involved in drug dealing. The police allege that the deceased grabbed something which was wrapped in a plastic and swallowed it.

Upon being questioned, it is alleged that the deceased became unruly and swore at the police after which he was arrested for riotous behavior.

The deceased was detained at Lwandle SAPS holding cells and he was found hanging at about 12:27. It is alleged that he used his jersey. He was declared dead at the scene. The body of the deceased was transported to Tygerberg mortuary.

An inquest docket was opened and the matter is being investigated by IPID.

Issued by The Independent Police Investigative Directorate

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