IDAC Chief Defends Khumalo Arrest as Within Mandate in Parliament
She told lawmakers the case targets serious corruption.
Overview
- Andrea Johnson testified that IDAC lawfully pursued the June arrest of Dumisani Khumalo under its remit for complex corruption matters.
- Johnson said the case relates to attempts to disrupt criminal investigations in Gauteng.
- She disclosed four additional matters tied to crime intelligence that remain under active investigation, with identities withheld.
- Johnson defended investigator Mr. Padayachee, stating he coordinated with KZN commissioner Lt-Gen Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi, who was willing to facilitate access.
- She rejected claims of receiving illicit tip-offs from her spouse in police intelligence, noting strict separation of work despite his past service under Khumalo in the Scorpions.