🚨 Paul O'Sullivan BACKTRACKS & Says "SORRY" After Commissioners Corner Him | Mkhwanazi Hearing

🚨 Paul O'Sullivan BACKTRACKS & Says "SORRY" After Commissioners Corner Him | Mkhwanazi Hearing Paul O'Sullivan faced one of the toughest moments of his testimony before the Madlanga Commission as commissioners repeatedly challenged his allegations against Lieutenant-General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi. During the hearing, O'Sullivan was questioned on several controversial claims, including whether General Mkhwanazi's July 2025 media briefing was a "smokescreen," whether there was evidence supporting alleged irregular appointments within SAPS Crime Intelligence, and whether some of his conclusions were based on verified facts or personal theories. The commissioners repeatedly reminded O'Sullivan that the Commission's role is to establish facts within its terms of reference—not to investigate speculation or motive where evidence is lacking. At several points, he acknowledged he did not have direct knowledge of certain facts, agreed that some matters should be answered by other authorities, and apologized after being corrected during questioning. In this video: Paul O'Sullivan questioned over his allegations against Gen. Mkhwanazi Commissioners scrutinize the evidence behind his claims Debate over the July 2025 SAPS media briefing Questions about Crime Intelligence appointments Whether O'Sullivan's theories fall within the Commission's mandate Key exchanges that defined today's hearing The hearing underscored the Commission's emphasis on distinguishing evidence from opinion while continuing to examine allegations surrounding SAPS, Crime Intelligence, and organised crime. Timestamps 00:00 Introduction: Commissioners revisit Supreme Court of Appeal findings involving Gen. Mkhwanazi 01:58 Commissioners say Paul O'Sullivan added his own "flavour" to the court judgment 03:15 O'Sullivan claims Mkhwanazi protected Crime Intelligence leadership 04:18 Was Mkhwanazi's July 2025 media briefing a "smokescreen"? 06:02 O'Sullivan questions Crime Intelligence's R600 million Secret Service budget 07:35 The "Crime Intelligence Seven" and calls for their suspension 09:16 Why O'Sullivan says General Masemola failed to act 10:07 Allegations involving Crime Intelligence CFO Philani Lushaba 11:56 Why Mkhwanazi mentioned Paul O'Sullivan during the July media briefing 12:56 Commissioners ask: Even if it was a smokescreen, should the allegations still be investigated? 15:19 Debate over whether Mkhwanazi's motive falls within the Commission's mandate 19:17 O'Sullivan explains why he believes he was publicly named by Mkhwanazi 21:49 Commissioners narrow the focus back to the Commission's Terms of Reference 23:17 Commissioners clarify the charges against the "Crime Intelligence Seven" 25:51 Debate over Brigadier Dineo Mukhwele's appointment from BMW 30:15 O'Sullivan admits he doesn't know whether the post was advertised 33:22 Anonymous Crime Intelligence tip-off that triggered his complaint 35:50 BMW employment details discussed before the Commission 37:28 O'Sullivan rejects viral "tea lady" claims 40:00 Did O'Sullivan leak a dossier to a Member of Parliament? 41:40 Commissioners challenge O'Sullivan's criticism of General Masemola 46:25 Heated exchange over suspending senior SAPS generals 51:38 Mkhwanazi's claim that the July briefing reflected a collective SAPS decision 52:48 PowerPoint metadata sparks questions over who prepared the presentation 56:27 Commissioners press O'Sullivan to explain his theory 59:15 O'Sullivan says there may have been another motive behind the media briefing 1:01:46 Commissioners conclude Paul O'Sullivan's testimony 1:02:51 Adjournment until the next day's hearing ⚖️ Disclaimer: The Madlanga Commission is an inquiry. Allegations discussed remain unproven unless established through evidence or subsequent legal proceedings. All persons mentioned are entitled to the presumption of innocence. If you enjoy factual South African news and Commission analysis, subscribe to NewsAsis for comprehensive coverage of the Madlanga Commission and other major national developments. #PaulOSullivan #Mkhwanazi #MadlangaCommission #SAPS #CrimeIntelligence #SouthAfricaNews #NewsAsis #CommissionOfInquiry #PoliceCorruption #BreakingNews