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Minister Groenewald intervenes in gang leader’s prison transfer-Ronelle Snyders
Pieter Groenewald, Minister of Correctional Services, intervened in the relocation of the notorious leader of the 28s prison gang, George “Violence” Thomas, to Helderstroom Prison in the Western Cape.
This follows a call from community leaders because of the high risk Thomas’ presence can pose to communities of the county.
Thomas served at least 175 years in prison following his 2015 conviction on more than 50 charges, including:
• Seven counts of murder
• Three counts of attempted murder
• Eleven counts of unlawful possession of firearms
• Ten counts of unlawful possession of ammunition
• Two counts of racketeering
• Three counts of belonging
to a criminal gang• Three counts of conspiracy to commit
a crime• Ten counts of incitement to a crime
• One count of burglary with intent to commit
robbery• Three counts of theft“We will work with communities on an ongoing basis to improve the system and maximise the positive change it can bring to vulnerable communities,” said Groenwald.
The department explained in a statement that Thomas was “quickly redirected” to an alternative maximum-security facility.
“The department will also urgently investigate the matter thoroughly to identify the reasons for the inmate’s irregular shift.
“Highlighting the need for community engagement, the Minister also had a meeting with community representatives of the Cape Crime Crisis Coalition today to engage with the concerns and possible interventions to minimise the presence of bad role players in communities affected by gang-related violence,” the department concluded. – SAnews.gov.za
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