‘The sentence followed after Tohier was found guilty of attacking members of Kensington SAPS while they were conducting stop-and-search operations in the Kensington policing precinct on 22 April 2024,’ SAPS said in a statement. The breakthrough in the case came after detectives from the Serious Violent Crime Unit gathered key evidence linking Adams to the shooting. ‘During the investigation, Serious Violent Crime Unit detectives collected evidence and video footage, which led to the identification and arrest of the accused,’ SAPS said. Welcoming the sentence, Western Cape police management said it sends a clear message that attacks on law enforcement officers will not be tolerated. The conviction forms part of ongoing efforts by police to combat violent crime and protect officers carrying out their duties in high-risk policing areas.