Overview
- Two men were arrested, processed and released on warning on January 1, with a court appearance set for January 7 at the East London Magistrates Court.
- The assault was filmed at eBuhlanti Marina Glen near Eastern Beach after the guard reportedly asked that an improperly parked vehicle be moved.
- Exxaro Resources revoked site access for a suspect employed by one of its contractors after identifying the individual in the widely shared video.
- The guard has been identified as 34-year-old Xolisile Nogwele, who described being grabbed by the neck before the attack and thanked the public for support.
- Buffalo City authorities and the EFF condemned the violence, with officials noting the suspects’ vehicle lacked number plates and warning that lawlessness will not be tolerated.