‘The truth will prevail’: Jub Jub denies charges in e-hailing driver case

Media personality, Molemo ‘Jub Jub’ Maarohanye, has denied allegations that he pointed a firearm at an e-hailing driver, insisting that no weapon was aimed at anyone during the incident.

Jub Jub addressed the media outside the Germiston Magistrate’s Court, where he rejected claims that he kidnapped an e-hailing driver and unlawfully discharged a firearm in public.

The television star, who is out on R5,000 bail, was arrested on charges of kidnapping, unlawfully discharging a firearm in a public place, and defeating the ends of justice.

It is alleged that Jub Jub fired a shot in the direction of an e-hailing driver whom he accused of having an affair with his girlfriend.

According to police, the driver had transported a female passenger to a residence in Edenvale when he was allegedly confronted by the suspect.

Speaking to the media, Jub Jub said he believes the truth will prevail and expressed shock at the kidnapping allegations levelled against him.

The matter has been postponed to 24 August for further investigation.

Jub Jub’s latest court appearance adds to a history of legal troubles.

The media personality was convicted in 2010 of culpable homicide and related offences after a drag-racing crash in Soweto killed four schoolchildren and injured several others. He was sentenced to 25 years in prison and released on parole in 2017.

He has also faced other legal challenges in recent years, including rape and assault allegations made by actress Amanda du-Pont, which he has denied.