The applicants seek relief against the respondents for damages sustained when their dwellings and contents were destroyed by fire. The applicants reside at the informal settlement at KTC Camp, Nyanga, it is alleged that the fire to have been intentionally started by members of the South African Police Force. The respondent was found to be liable for the loss suffered by the applicants and the amount of damages will be determined by the court. It includes all the documents of the case.

The applicant was seeking an order directing the respondents to release him from detention. The applicant was arrested under the State of emergency by policemen acting on instructions from their captain. The application was dismissed with costs.