Nkosi's lawyer argues against punitive bail denial

The lawyer for suspended police sergeant Fannie Nkosi has asked the Pretoria North Magistrate's Court not to deny him bail as a form of punishment.

Nkosi returned to the dock on Monday for a continuation of his bail application.

The suspended sergeant faces firearms-related charges after guns and ammunition were found at his home during a police raid earlier this month.

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Nkosi is also accused of tampering with police dockets to frustrate investigations and shield suspected criminals.

Judgment on his bail application is set for Wednesday.

In court, Nkosi’s lawyer, advocate Siza Dlali, quoted a judgment previously handed down by magistrate Thandi Theledi.