Former police officer Gregory Loftus has claimed his son, Bevan Loftus, was deliberately killed by police during a police operation in Durban on April 1, 2023. Loftus, who described his son as an alleged gang leader, told the Madlanga Commission that the operation was not legitimate but a cover for murder. He alleges the shooting was ordered by a business rival and drug dealer, Clive Naiker.
A senior firearms expert, Houston, testified that the accounts given by five police officers involved in the shooting appeared excessive. Houston, with experience in tactical firearms use, said the details did not align with a standard police operation. The commission is investigating whether the shooting was a deliberate act disguised as a legitimate operation.
The case has raised concerns about police conduct and accountability. Loftus insists his son was targeted, not arrested. The commission is expected to release its findings soon. The incident highlights ongoing tensions between law enforcement and local communities in the region.
The family continues to seek justice, with Loftus urging transparency and accountability from the police force.
