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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
(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
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)
DROS

‘Dros rapist’: No bail application, pictures can be taken in court

Magistrate Mali Mokwena ruled that the media may take still photographs 15 minutes before and 15 minutes after court proceedings.

  • Gemma Ritchie
3 min read
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CHILD RAPES

Protests expected as alleged ‘Dros rapist’ appears in court

Among the groups expected to protest are nonprofit organisation #Notinmyname, the ANCWL, the Economic Freedom Fighters and the Democratic Alliance

  • Alex Mitchley
3 min read
(Madelene Cronje/M&G)
CHILD RAPES

Dros confirms ‘incident’ following rape of seven-year-old at restaurant

The steakhouse franchise group has confirmed the incident and says it is in contact with the family while the police investigate

  • Mashadi Kekana
3 min read