Seven accused could face additional charges
Tuesday, September 19, 2017
Prosecutor Tsogo Rantopa told Magistrate Wame Mosugelo that the seven accused persons are facing two counts of robbery, but there is a likelihood of more charges to be pressed against them.
“Investigations on the matter are still ongoing and from the investigations we have gathered so far it is highly possible for the accused persons’ charges to increase,” Rantopa said.
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...