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'Highly unlikely': Prosecutor questions credibility of torture allegations in Joshlin case

'Hanging in the air with my legs up': Jacquen 'Boeta' Appollis details horrific police torture claims while prosecutor Heeramun questions why his medical report shows only minor injuries in a critical development that could impact the missing Joshlin Smith case.

News South Africa Western Cape
Mandilakhe Tshwete|Published

Key state witness to continue shedding light on Joshlin Smith’s disappearance

Former accused Lourentia Lombaard will continue her testimony on Monday, after which the defence will cross-examine her.

Cape Times News
Mandilakhe Tshwete|Published

Shocking testimony reveals final moments of missing Joshlin Smith

A state witness reveals chilling details about the disappearance of six-year-old Joshlin Smith, including allegations of her mother selling her for R20,000 and the child's last moments before getting into a white VW Polo.

Weekend Argus News
Mandilakhe Tshwete|Published

Last sighting: witness details Joshlin Smith's disappearance in Western Cape High Court

A shocking testimony unfolds in the Western Cape High Court as former accused Lourentia Lombaard reveals disturbing details about six-year-old Joshlin Smith's disappearance, including allegations of her mother selling her for R20,000 and the child's final moments before getting into a white VW Polo.

News Crime and Courts
Mandilakhe Tshwete|Published