News today includes suspended Ekurhuleni Metro Police Department (EMPD) Deputy Chief Julius Mkhwanazi has reportedly been arrested by the Independent Police Investigative Directorate (Ipid) in connection with the murder of Emmanuel Mbense. Suspended EMPD deputy chief Mkhwanazi and 4 others arrested for murder of Emmanuel MbenseEMPD deputy chief Julius Mkhwanazi testifies before the Madlanga commission at Brigitte Mabandla Judicial College in Pretoria on 24 June 2026. Picture: Gallo Images / Frennie ShivambuSuspended Ekurhuleni Metro Police Department (EMPD) Deputy Chief Julius Mkhwanazi has reportedly been arrested by the Independent Police Investigative Directorate (Ipid) in connection with the murder of Emmanuel Mbense. On Wednesday, Ipid arrested five suspects implicated in Mbense’s April 2022 murder and dumping. CONTINUE READING: Suspended EMPD deputy chief Mkhwanazi and 4 others arrested for murder of Emmanuel MbenseExpropriation Act: ‘Compensation isn’t just ka-ching’ – Lawyers advised against dictionary definitions of constitutionA view of the Western Cape High Court in Cape Town.