Njoms Security owner Bruce Mhlongo, famous for his viral crime-fighting clips, appears in the Pietermaritzburg Magistrate’s Court today, Thursday, 23 October 2025, for the 2022 murder of teacher Thabani Innocent Zondi.

His arrest has divided KwaZulu-Natal, with supporters alleging a setup and others calling for justice. Meanwhile, Njoms Security continues operating, recently helping police arrest a wanted suspect.

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Bruce Mhlongo Appears in Pietermaritzburg Court Today

The 52-year-old founder of Njoms Security returns to court after his arrest earlier this month. He is charged with the February 2022 murder of schoolteacher Thabani Innocent Zondi, who was gunned down in his car at KwaPata, Pietermaritzburg.

Police said the victim was found with multiple gunshot wounds, and at least 21 cartridges were recovered at the scene. The case was handed to the KZN Provincial Organised Crime: Murder and Robbery Unit, which secured a warrant leading to Mhlongo’s arrest.

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What Happened in the 2022 KwaPata Teacher Murder Case

Zondi, a respected educator at Khethindlelenhle Primary School, was killed on 18 February 2022. The motive remains unclear.
According to detectives, the investigation uncovered evidence linking Mhlongo to the shooting, and further links are being explored in Plessislaer and Richmond murder and robbery cases.

Police Statement on Njoms Security Owner’s Arrest

Police spokesperson Colonel Robert Netshiunda confirmed that firearms belonging to Njoms Security have been seized for ballistic testing to check possible connections to other crimes.
“This was an extensive and detailed investigation,” he said. “Further arrests cannot be ruled out as evidence is analyzed.”

Mhlongo remains in custody and is expected to apply for bail on 30 October 2025.

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Public Reaction: Supporters Claim a Setup, Others Call for Justice

The arrest has sparked widespread debate across KwaZulu-Natal.
Some residents believe Mhlongo’s crime-fighting efforts made him enemies, suggesting he was targeted for exposing criminal networks.

One comment read, “They pinned this on him because he was exposing dirty cops.”
Others, however, insist that justice must take its course, with one saying, “If he’s innocent, the truth will clear him.”

Njoms Security Continues Operating Amid Owner’s Arrest

Despite the controversy, Njoms Security remains active. The company recently worked with Alexandra Road police detectives to arrest Kwanele Gumede, known as Mapeni in the France section, who was wanted for burglary and armed robbery.

The company’s continued cooperation with the police has drawn both praise and curiosity from the public.

What Happens Next in the Bruce Mhlongo Case

Mhlongo’s court appearance today is expected to focus on procedural matters ahead of his formal bail hearing next week.
The KwaZulu-Natal Organised Crime Unit continues its investigation, and additional suspects could be arrested once ballistic and witness results are finalized.

For now, the Bruce Mhlongo case remains one of the most closely watched in KwaZulu-Natal, drawing attention to the blurred line between private security work and criminal involvement.

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