A long-standing rift between former Acting National Police Commissioner Lt-Gen Khomotso Phahlane and forensic investigator Paul O’Sullivan has resurfaced, following what Phahlane describes as a threatening message he received shortly after a televised interview.
Phahlane told eNCA that the communication allegedly came from O’Sullivan soon after he appeared on the channel on Monday night. While he did not reveal the details of the message, he insists it reflects a pattern of tension that has defined their relationship for years.
The latest development adds a new chapter to an already strained history between the two men, whose public exchanges have often spilled into legal and investigative arenas. O’Sullivan has previously pursued corruption cases involving senior police officials, including Phahlane, while Phahlane has accused O’Sullivan of harassment and overreach.
Although eNCA did not provide the specifics of the alleged message, the incident underscores the fragile state of relations between the former top cop and the high-profile investigator — a feud that continues to draw public attention and raise questions about accountability and personal rivalry within the criminal justice environment.
Authorities have not yet indicated whether the matter will prompt a formal complaint or investigation
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