S v Mkhize and Others (390/18) [2019] ZASCA 56 (1 April 2019)

Criminal law – deceased assaulted whilst being interrogated by policemen – police officers present in the room – not disputed – appellants not testifying – failure to put version to state witnesses – prima facie case of State strengthened – duty of cross examiner – explained – duty in law of police officers present and who witnessed but did not participate in the assault to put a stop to it – common purpose established – Sentence – correctional supervision inappropriate – high court altered the sentence – no misdirection – sentence of 7 years of which 2 years suspended for 5 years – confirmed on appeal.