Among the most striking exchanges was a message in which Matlala appeared to express confidence about influence within the South African Police Service (SAPS).

Previous evidence before the inquiry linked Van Wyk to alleged crime figure Vusumuzi “Cat” Matlala and suspended acting EMPD commissioner Julius Mkhwanazi.

Among the most striking exchanges was a message in which Matlala appeared to express confidence about influence within the South African Police Service (SAPS).