Judge Ratha Mokgoatlheng has again expressed concern over the repeated delays in the Senzo Meyiwa murder trial.
Judge Ratha Mokgoatlheng during the Senzo Meyiwa murder trial at Pretoria High Court on 17 July. Picture: Gallo Images/Phill Magako
His cross-examination had been paused a year ago after his initial testimony, allowing the defence time to consult their own ballistics expert to challenge the state witness’s evidence.On Monday, state prosecutor George Baloyi told the court the missing transcripts related to Mangena’s evidence “pertaining in particular to the findings that he arrived at”.
Sipho Ramosepele, attorney for accused two Bongani Ntanzi, explained that the missing evidence was picked up by the defence’s ballistic expert during last week’s adjournment.“You know the is perturbed by this case. He actually remarked that he thinks I’m enjoying this case that’s why it’s not finishing. That’s his remarks.
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