The South African Police Service (SAPS) has launched a high-level investigation into the attempted assassination of Major General Feroz Khan, who was shot in Houghton on Sunday evening.
The investigation is being led by the Gauteng Hawks, Gauteng Crime Intelligence and the SAPS Detective Service, with Acting National Commissioner Lieutenant General Puleng Dimpane also directing the Political Killings Task Team to assist.
Khan was due to appear before the Madlanga Commission on 1 July 2026.
“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 evidence wherever it leads,” police said.
Police added that any attempt to intimidate or attack individuals involved in judicial processes would be dealt with decisively.
“The South African Police Service views any attempt to intimidate, silence or attack any individual involved in judicial processes in the most serious light,” SAPS said.
Dimpane condemned the attack, wished Khan a speedy recovery and assured the public that “no resource will be spared” in identifying and arresting those responsible.
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