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Limpopo Pastor’s Bail Ruling Delayed to May in Teen Rape Case

Prosecutors cite overseas ties plus conflicting affidavits to argue he could flee.

Overview

  • The Senwabarwana Magistrate’s Court postponed the pastor’s bail application to May for further investigations.
  • Prosecutor Martin Teffo told the court the accused is a flight risk based on trips to neighboring countries and overseas.
  • The state pointed to a first affidavit that denied any family or economic ties abroad and a later filing that acknowledged relatives and church activity outside South Africa.
  • Both the prosecution and the defense have finished their submissions in the bail hearing.
  • The alleged victims are 15-year-old girls, and the court is withholding the accused’s identity to protect them.