Murder accused Shikwaya spent Sanlam money on KFC, building materials – police

Murder accused Petrus Shikwaya (22) allegedly used part of N$2.1 million fraudulently obtained from insurance company Sanlam to make substantial purchases at KFC fast-food outlets and building material suppliers, the Ondangwa Magistrate’s Court heard on Friday.

Detective chief inspector Antonious Gabriel made these allegations during the hearing of Shikwaya’s bail application.

Gabriel, one of the lead investigators in the Sanlam fraud case, testified that police investigations had traced portions of the alleged stolen funds to various transactions, including purchases at fast-food restaurants and building supply businesses.

Shikwaya is facing charges linked to the murder of Ondangwa public prosecutor Justine Shiweda, as well as fraud charges stemming from the alleged N$2.1 million scam involving Sanlam.

The state claims Shikwaya defrauded Sanlam of about N$154 000 by faking hospitalisation due to malnutrition.