By Mapaballo Borotho
- Police have launched a high-level investigation into the attempted assassination of suspended Deputy Crime Intelligence Head Major General Feroz Khan after he was shot in Johannesburg.
- The attack comes just days before Khan was due to testify before the Madlanga Commission regarding allegations linked to alleged underworld kingpin Vusimuzi “Cat” Matlala.
- SAPS has cautioned against speculation over the motive, saying investigators will follow the evidence while warning that any attempt to interfere with judicial processes will be dealt with firmly.
An investigation into the attempted assassination of suspended Deputy Crime Intelligence Head Major General Feroz Khan has intensified following the brazen shooting in Johannesburg.
Khan was reportedly shot on Sunday evening, 28 June 2026, while driving along 3rd Avenue in Houghton.
According to police, gunmen travelling in a white Mercedes-Benz opened fire on his vehicle, striking him in the lower body.
The shooting comes just days before Khan was due to appear before the Madlanga Commission on 1 July 2026.
After several unsuccessful attempts to avoid appearing before the commission, Khan was expected to answer questions relating to allegations linking him to alleged underworld kingpin Vusimuzi “Cat” Matlala.
Police have warned that any attempt to intimidate or interfere with individuals involved in judicial processes will be dealt with decisively.
Police spokesperson Athlenda Mathe says the investigation is being led by the Gauteng Hawks, Gauteng Crime Intelligence and the SAPS Detective Service.
“The Acting National Commissioner has further directed that the Political Killings Task Team (PKTT) be incorporated into the investigation to ensure that every possible lead is pursued and that those responsible are brought to book.
“While SAPS is aware of public speculation regarding the timing of the attack, it is premature and irresponsible to speculate on any possible motive or to conclude that the incident is linked to his anticipated appearance before the Commission. Detectives will follow the evidence wherever it leads,” said Mathe.
She added that SAPS views any attempt to intimidate, silence or attack individuals involved in judicial processes in the most serious light.
“Any attempt to interfere with the administration of justice or the work of the commission will be met with the full might of the law,” she said.
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