why is jub jub arrested

Molemo "Jub Jub" Maarohanye was arrested following an alleged kidnapping and shooting incident involving an e-hailing driver in Edenvale, east of Johannesburg.

The Incident Details

According to Gauteng police statements released by spokesperson Brigadier Athlenda Mathe, the altercation occurred on Sunday morning, June 14, 2026.

• The Confrontation: The e-hailing driver transported a female passenger to a local residence. Upon arrival, Jub Jub confronted the driver and accused him of being romantically involved with his girlfriend.
• The Alleged Assault: Jub Jub then forced the driver into his personal vehicle, holding him against his will and preventing him from leaving.
• The Shooting: During the dispute, Jub Jub allegedly drew a weapon and fired a shot directly toward the driver.
• The Escape: The driver managed to break away unharmed, drove straight to a nearby police station, and reported the crime. Law enforcement responded swiftly and apprehended Maarohanye shortly after.

Legal Charges

The 45-year-old television presenter and musician faces three criminal charges:

1. Kidnapping 2. Unlawful discharge of a firearm in a public/municipal area 3. Defeating the ends of justice

He is scheduled to make his initial appearance at the Germiston Magistrate's Court on Monday, June 15, 2026.

Past Legal Context

This is not Maarohanye's first encounter with the judicial system. He previously served prison time following a high-profile 2010 drag-racing accident in Soweto that killed four schoolchildren, leading to a culpable homicide conviction before his release on parole in 2017. More recently, he was processed on separate rape and assault allegations in 2023, though those charges were entirely withdrawn by the National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) in July 2024 due to insufficient evidence.