Cape Town — The former partner of South African television personality Katlego Maboe, Monique Muller, has been arrested in connection with the possession of an illegal firearm, a charge that has landed her in custody and sparked widespread public attention.
The 29-year-old was apprehended last Sunday in Ravensmead, along with five other suspects, after police discovered an unlicensed firearm in their possession. According to The Son Newspaper, authorities are probing potential links between the group and local gang activity, a development that has intensified the legal gravity of the situation.
Police spokesperson Sergeant Wesley Twigg confirmed Muller’s arrest, saying that she now faces formal charges of illegal firearm possession. “The suspect was arrested with five others during an operation in Ravensmead. The matter remains under investigation,” Twigg said.
Court Appearance and Ongoing Proceedings
After spending nearly a week behind bars, Muller appeared in the Cape Town Magistrates’ Court on October 21, where her case was postponed to October 30 for further investigation, as reported by Cape Argus. She is expected to remain in custody pending her next appearance.
While the case details remain limited, early reports suggest the arrest could be connected to gang-linked networks operating in the northern suburbs of Cape Town — an area long troubled by violent crime and illegal firearms.
A Public Figure with a Controversial Past
The arrest has also reignited public interest in Muller’s past relationship with Katlego Maboe, one of South Africa’s most recognisable television hosts. The pair’s highly publicised breakup in 2020 became a national talking point, marked by allegations of infidelity and domestic abuse, all of which Maboe denied.
The fallout from the controversy was devastating for Maboe’s career. He was suspended from the Expresso Morning Show, removed from advertising campaigns with OUTsurance, and excluded from SAFTA nominations at the height of the scandal. In the years since, he has slowly rebuilt his reputation, returning to television and public life.
Public Reaction and Broader Context
Muller’s arrest has sparked divided reactions online, with some expressing sympathy for her situation and others pointing out the irony of her facing legal trouble after the very public accusations against Maboe that once dominated headlines.
While police have not confirmed her alleged connection to any criminal network, the Ravensmead area has been a known hotspot for gang violence and illegal firearms trafficking, with law enforcement regularly conducting operations to stem the flow of weapons.
As the investigation unfolds, questions remain about Muller’s alleged involvement and how this incident might affect her public image. For now, she faces a serious charge that carries potentially steep consequences under South African law.
Her next court appearance is set for October 30, when more details are expected to emerge regarding the firearm’s origin and the extent of her alleged role in the incident.
