3 men open case after allegedly being tortured by Zanzou nightclub security
They were stripped naked and sexually assaulted by Zanzou nightclub security because they allegedly didn't pay their bill.
Zanzou nightclub in Hatfield. Picture: Google Maps
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JOHANNESBURG - Three men have opened a case at the Brooklyn police station after being allegedly tortured by security personnel at a popular nightclub in Pretoria.
They were stripped naked and sexually assaulted by Zanzou nightclub security because they allegedly didn't pay their bill.
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Zanzou management has denied that the men were being attacked for failing to clear their bill but claimed they were accused of stealing mobile phones.
Police said the men opened the case on Monday night after a video of the attack was widely circulated on social media.
A group of young men appeared visibly terrified, and their faces bruised as they stood naked, enduring torture by bouncers at Zanzou nightclub.
They desperately begged for forgiveness while their faces were covered with wet cloths, obstructing their ability to breathe.
Police spokesperson, Athlenda Mathe, said these young men were exposed to barbaric, degrading, and inhumane torture.
"The actions depicted in the video also contravene the POPI [Protection of Personal Information] Act, in which they displayed and distributed the faces and bodily features of the victims. Witnesses and those who have knowledge of the incident are also encouraged to come forward to assist police investigations."
JUST IN: Police are investigating what they’ve described as the Barbaric and degrading torture of patrons at Zanzou nightclub in Pretoria.
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This after video footage went viral, showing bouncers physically and sexually assaulting the patrons. @JusstAlpha pic.twitter.com/JsQHGC1WTz
Zanzou, the Pretoria nightclub accused of torturing patrons who allegedly failed to pay their bills, acknowledges the "practices" carried out by its bouncers.
— EWN Reporter (@ewnreporter) February 17, 2025
Located in Hatfield, the club states it is pursuing legal action against the bouncer involved. @JusstAlpha pic.twitter.com/fd6RNAJ6pN
It is alleged that the patrons were being tortured for owing the establishment.
This has sparked public outrage, with many on social media calling for the popular nightclub to close its doors for good.
Those with knowledge of the incident have been asked to come forward with information.
National Police Commissioner Fanie Masemola has also called for the suspects to be traced and has assured the public that the law will take its course.