'Not You' Judge Tells Murder Accused

FRANCISTOWN: Amid growing concerns and anger from the public that some accused persons have a penchant for committing crimes whilst on bail, Justice Bengbame Sechele on Friday denied a murder accused bail because of his antecedents.

After Tefo Montshwari's bail application blew up in his face, the murder accused left the dock disappointed before prison officials handcuffed him on his way back to prison.

Montshwari had made an application for bail pending trial.

Editor's Comment
Prosecutors deserve better

These legal professionals, who are entrusted with upholding the rule of law, face numerous challenges that compromise their ability to effectively carry out their duties.Elsewhere in this edition, we carry a story on the lamentations of the officers of court.The prosecutors have raised a number of concerns, calling for urgent attention from all relevant stakeholders, including the President, Minister of Justice and the Attorney General. Their...

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