The Independent Police Investigative Directorate (IPID) has declassified a report implicating top police officials in the murder of detective Charl Kinnear.

The report, initially classified in 2022, names nine officers, including seven from the police and two from the Hawks.

IPID Executive Director Dikeledi Ntlatseng stated the report was kept secret to protect sensitive information. The declassification follows new developments and ongoing trials.

IPID has recommended criminal and disciplinary actions against the implicated officers.

Kinnear’s widow, Nicolette has expressed frustration over the lack of prior family notification.