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State expects to call about 18 witnesses in Bester escape case

To date, 12 people stand accused in the escape saga and are expected to appear together in court on 8 August

  • Marecia Damons
  • Becker Semela
3 min read
The escape of a convicted criminal of Bester’s profile should serve as a wake-up call, urging us to address systemic weaknesses and demand accountability from those responsible for maintaining the safety and well-being of our communities. (Frikkie Kapp/Gallo Images via Getty Images)
BLOEMFONTEIN MAGISTRATE S COURT

Bester case: court grants bail to suspended prison officer

Two other accused will return to court on 11 July for formal bail applications

  • Daniel Steyn
  • Becker Semela
4 min read
From left: Senohe Matsoara, Teboho Lipholo, Motenyani Masukela, Tieho Makhotsa and Nastassja Jansen in the dock at the Bloemfontein Magistrate’s Court on Tuesday. Photo by Becker Semela
KAGISHO MORURI

Thabo Bester escape: no reason for bail to be granted, says prosecutor

Lawyers argued that the accused will not interfere with investigations and will not evade trial

  • Daniel Steyn
  • Becker Semela
4 min read