Dawid Fortuin
Sergeant Dawid Fortuin is a seasoned police officer with over 20 years of experience, currently serving in the Western Cape Organised Crime and Kidnapping Unit. He has played a pivotal role in the ongoing trial concerning the kidnapping and human trafficking of six-year-old Joslin Smith, where he conducted key interviews with the accused. During a recent court session, Fortuin provided testimony regarding his interview procedures, revealing that there are no standing orders mandating police officers to take notes during witness interviews. His statements and the handling of witness rights have come under scrutiny during cross-examination in this high-profile case.
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Recent news mentions
Sergeant Dawid Fortuin was mentioned in the context of the alleged torture of Steveno van Rhyn.
Accused two says police did not treat him with ‘respect and dignity’ – The Mail & Guardian
South Africa· 2025-04-16
Dawid Fortuin is a police officer accused of taking advantage of Van Rhyn's vulnerability.
Defence accuses cop of trying to exploit accused’s weaknesses to gain confession – The Mail & GuardianSouth Africa· 2025-04-09
Sergeant Dawid Fortuin was being cross-examined by attorney Nobahle Mkabayi in the Joslin Smith kidnapping trial.
No standing order to record witness statements, court hears in Joslin Smith kidnapping trial – The Mail & GuardianSouth Africa· 2025-04-08