Johnathan Paoli
Weskoppies Psychiatric Hospital has released a report which confirmed that former Bosasa COO Angelo Agrizzi is fit to stand trial in two cases of corruption against him.
Agrizzi was referred for observation at the facility last year, however an official report by the mental institution which was submitted before the North Gauteng high court on Thursday, stated that he “is capable of understanding court proceedings”.
He is currently being charged for two matters, namely a case of R1.8 billion worth of prison tenders as well as a matter involving ANC MP Vincent Smith who allegedly received kickbacks amounting to R800 000 from Bosasa in exchange for his political influence.
Smith was previously referred to the Specialised Commercial Crimes court in Palm Ridge, after reports surfaced of his conduct.
It is alleged that in exchange for using his influence to shield Bosasa from accountability, Smith received security upgrades to
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