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Rape-murder convict gets death sentence

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Francistown High Court PIC: MORERI SEJAKGOMO

FRANCISTOWN: A man convicted of murder and rape was recently sentenced to death. With a prior rape conviction, Tshephaone Bafana was sentenced to death for the rape and subsequent murder of a defenceless elderly woman.

When delivering a ruling on whether there were extenuating circumstances or not that could reduce the moral blameworthiness of the convict, Justice Bengbame Sechele of the Francistown High Court said the convict testified under oath and was cross-examined by the prosecution.

“He stated that he lacked formal education and religious guidance in his formative years. He further stated he was orphaned at a young age and was raised by his aunt.

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Rape-murder convict gets death sentence

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