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FILE: Former Transport Minister Dullah Omar (R) makes a concilliatory gesture to convicted killer and former apartheid assassin Ferdi Barnard (left) during a break at a hearing of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission (TRC) in Cape Town 02 October 2000. Ferdi Barnard applied for amnesty for the attempted murder of Omar. Picture: AFP

Ferdi barnard

Apartheid era hitman Ferdi Barnard released from prison

By Nthakoana Ngatane

Barnard was released earlier on Tuesday after serving 20 years for the murder of anti-apartheid activist David Webster.

  • FILE: Former Transport Minister Dullah Omar (R) makes a concilliatory gesture to convicted killer and former apartheid assassin Ferdi Barnard (left) during a break at a hearing of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission (TRC) in Cape Town 02 October 2000. Ferdi Barnard applied for amnesty for the attempted murder of Omar. Picture: AFP

    State will monitor Ferdi Barnard's parole, says former TRC investigator

    While apartheid-era hitman Ferdi Barnard has been granted parole, he will not live entirely free and will remain under the supervision of a community corrections officer for the rest of his life.

    1177 days ago
  • FILE: Former Transport Minister Dullah Omar (R) makes a concilliatory gesture to convicted killer and former apartheid assassin Ferdi Barnard (left) during a break at a hearing of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission (TRC) in Cape Town 02 October 2000. Ferdi Barnard applied for amnesty for the attempted murder of Omar. Picture: AFP

    The 'bragging' killer: Who is Ferdi Barnard?

    After spending over 20 years in prison, David Webster’s killer – Ferdi Barnard – will be now released on parole.

    1177 days ago
  • FILE: Former Transport Minister Dullah Omar (R) makes a concilliatory gesture to convicted killer and former apartheid assassin Ferdi Barnard (left) during a break at a hearing of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission (TRC) in Cape Town 02 October 2000. Ferdi Barnard applied for amnesty for the attempted murder of Omar. Picture: AFP

    Slain David Webster’s partner 'didn’t object' to parole for his killer

    Justice Minister Michael Masutha says he personally consulted Maggie Friedman before reaching his decision, which was announced on Thursday.

    1177 days ago
  • FILE: Former Transport Minister Dullah Omar (R) makes a concilliatory gesture to convicted killer and former apartheid assassin Ferdi Barnard (left) during a break at a hearing of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission (TRC) in Cape Town 02 October 2000. Ferdi Barnard applied for amnesty for the attempted murder of Omar. Picture: AFP

    Apartheid-era death squad member Ferdi Barnard granted parole

    Justice Minister Michael Masutha made the announcement on Thursday.

    1177 days ago
  • FILE: Eugene De Kock a former Vlakplaas commander speaks to the judge at a Truth and Reconcilation commision 24 May 1999 in Pretoria. Picture: AFP.

    Families of de Kock victims 'properly consulted'

    Justice Minister Michael Masutha said these consultations helped him reach the parole decision.

    2674 days ago
  • FILE: Eugene De Kock at the amnesty hearing of two former Vlakplaas operatives at the Truth and Reconciliation Commission, 17 November 1997. Picture: AFP.

    Eugene de Kock granted parole, Derby-Lewis denied

    Eugene de Kock's release date will be kept confidential.

    2674 days ago
  • FILE: Clive Derby-Lewis. Picture: AFP

    Minister to decide on parole for Derby-Lewis, De Kock & Barnard

    The SACP says it will oppose the possible parole of Clive Derby-Lewis on medical grounds in court.

    2675 days ago
  • FILE: Eugene De Kock at the amnesty hearing of two former Vlakplaas operatives at the Truth and Reconciliation Commission, 17 November 1997. Picture: AFP.

    Justice Dep. to decide on apartheid killers parole

    The Justice Minister will announce whether he'll release Eugene de Kock, Clive Derby-Lewis and Ferdi Barnard.

    2716 days ago
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