Former national police commissioner Riah Phiyega is accused of bypassing a senior deputy in the investigation into political killings in Mpumalanga. The allegations, made by Godfrey Lebeya, suggest that Phiyega allegedly interfered with the probe by circumventing higher-ranking officials. The case centers on the handling of a politically sensitive inquiry into killings linked to local politics. Lebeya’s claims highlight concerns over the integrity of the investigation process. The matter is currently under review, with no official confirmation of the allegations yet.