Analysis by Viewfinder has revealed the treatment of the police officers involved in Gama's case, shockingly, isn't unique to Gauteng. During the first week of the Covid-19 lockdown last year, Ishmael Gama died in custody at the Lenasia police station. Gama's case is typical in Gauteng, where police have reportedly killed more than 900 people since 2012. Then, he said, the officers poured the contents of the kettle all over him and his friend, Ishmael Gama. That was Ishmael Gama, according to his older sister, Thembi Nkosi, who identified him by his clothes.

Source: News 24 July 05, 2021 10:52 UTC