Alleged crime boss Nafiz Modack in court

Alleged underworld kingpin Nafiz Modack has finally had his day in court after his arrest last week.

Today he appeared in court in connection with the attempted hit on defence lawyer William Booth.

He's also been linked to the murder of Cape anti-gang detective Charl Kinnear and will appear in court later this week on that matter.

Modack's appearance necessitated a strong police presence and police minister Bheki Cele also attended proceedings.

Our reporter Natalie Malgas was there and gave us an update.