Crime

Day 21 of the Joshlin Smith trial continues with cross-examination of Brigadier Leon Hanana, as the defence challenges whether confessions by Jacquen and Steveno were made voluntarily or under duress.

Day 20 of the Joshlin Smith trial will continue the trial-within-a-trial to determine whether statements by Jacquen Appollis and Steveno van Rhyn were made voluntarily or under coercion.

Day 19 is expected to focus on the legality of the police’s interview methods, especially concerning whether the suspects were properly informed of their rights before making statements. This will set the stage for a trial-within-a-trial, scheduled to begin next week.

The Joshlin Smith trial continues on Day 18 with more testimony expected from the lead investigator following shocking revelations about Kelly Smith’s statements to police.

With cross-examinations still ongoing, today’s proceedings will likely see further scrutiny of Lombaard’s testimony, particularly regarding her timeline of events on 18 and 19 February 2024.

The judge wants the defence to wrap up its cross-examination of Lourentia Lombaard today. Here’s what to expect.

The Joshlin Smith trial continues with more contradictions from State witness Lourentia Lombaard, whose cross-examination raise serious doubts about her reliability.

With each testimony shaping the direction of the case, Day 14 is expected to be another crucial day in court.