Lockdown prevented mom from getting a restraining order before her murder via TheCitizen_News
Protestors outside the Bellville Magistrate’s Court say Altecia Kortje was turned away from the police station and told to return after the lockdown, when she tried to get a restraining order against her killer
Smith is accused of murdering the mother and child “with a knife” on 12 June. He will remain in custody until 22 June, when he can apply for bail. This, however, will be opposed by the State.Courthouse staff said the number of people allowed into the building was being severely restricted, and all cases before district courts were being postponed. But outside the court, several women voiced their anger over the double murder.
“GBV [gender-based violence] is on the rise – our women and children are still being carnaged [sic] … it’s not right. It’s sad. It’s heartbreaking. And this government doesn’t give a sh… – I wanted to swear.
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