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During the court proceedings, the accused was hunched over to hide his face. (Gemma Ritchie)
ALEX MITCHLEY

Dros rape accused to go on trial in September

The trial will be held in the Gauteng High Court in Pretoria and is expected to run from September 9 to 20.

  • Alex Mitchley
3 min read
During a previous court appearance the accused’s lawyer, Riaan du Plessis, told the court that there was a need to explore the mental state of his client at the time of the alleged incident. (Gemma Ritchie/M&G)
DROSRAPIST

#DrosRape: Accused declared fit to stand trial

The State said they obtained a psychological report as well as a psychiatric report that the accused can stand trial

  • Alex Mitchley
2 min read
During a previous court appearance the accused’s lawyer, Riaan du Plessis, told the court that there was a need to explore the mental state of his client at the time of the alleged incident. (Gemma Ritchie/M&G)
AGENCY

‘Dros rapist’ still waiting admission to Weskoppies

The man accused of raping a 7-year-old girl in a bathroom is meant to be evaluated to determine whether he could be held accountable for his actions

  • Agency
2 min read
(Gemma Ritchie/M&G)
DROS

#DrosRape: Accused sent to Weskoppies for ‘observation’

The accused, who has a history of psychological disorders, will be observed by three psychiatrists

  • Gemma Ritchie
2 min read