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Security Incident at AKA and Tibz Murder Trial Prompts Courtroom Evacuation

Security Incident at AKA and Tibz Murder Trial Prompts Courtroom Evacuation

First seen 8 Oct 2026, 07:30 UTC • •
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ThreatCluster •October 8, 2026 at 08:32 UTC
  • •Courtroom cleared due to alleged cell phone handover during trial.
  • •Increased police and private security presence at the Durban High Court.
  • •Trial involves seven accused in the murders of AKA and Tibz, who have pleaded not guilty.

Security measures were heightened at the Durban High Court during the murder trial of rapper Kiernan 'AKA' Forbes and his friend Tebello Motsoane after an alleged cell phone handover incident. The courtroom was cleared on October 6, 2026, following the incident, which the judge labeled a security issue. Additional police and private security were deployed, with officers stationed both inside and outside the courtroom. The trial, which began on October 5, 2026, involves seven men accused of the murders, and the accused have pleaded not guilty. The court is currently addressing Section 220 admissions by the accused, which do not require proof. One of the accused, Siyanda Myeza, will face separate charges in a different trial. The heightened security aims to ensure the safety of all participants as the trial progresses.

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2026-10-05
Trial of AKA and Tibz opens
The murder trial of Kiernan 'AKA' Forbes and Tebello Motsoane begins at the Durban High Court.
Jacaranda FM
2026-10-06
Courtroom cleared over security incident
A cell phone was allegedly handed to one of the accused, prompting the courtroom to be evacuated for security reasons.
Jacaranda FM
2026-10-07
Increased security measures implemented
Additional police and private security were deployed at the court ahead of the trial proceedings.
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What triggered the courtroom evacuation?
The evacuation was triggered by an alleged cell phone handover to one of the accused during the trial.
What security measures were implemented?
Increased police presence and private security were deployed, with officers stationed inside and outside the courtroom.
What is the current status of the trial?
The trial is ongoing, with the accused pleading not guilty to the charges against them.