Joslin Smith
Lourencia Lombaard verdict sparks division in tense Middlepos area following Joslin's disappearance
The decision to grant Lourencia Lombaard immunity sparked criticism from some residents in Middlepos, an area already divided following Joslin Smith's disappearance.
Judge Nathan Erasmus denies Joslin Smith's kidnapping conviction appeal
Judge Nathan Erasmus rejected Kelly Smith, Jacquin Appollis, and Steveno Van Rhyn's application to appeal the life sentences they received for kidnapping Joslin.
Judge grants immunity to Lourencia Lombaard, Renz now safe from prosecution in Joslin Smith trial
Judge Nathan Erasmus ruled that Lourencia Lombaard played no part in the human trafficking or kidnapping of Saldanha Bay youngster, Joslin Smith.
Judge Nathan Erasmus accused of bias, defence advocate criticises his conduct and facial expressions
Defence advocate Nobahle Mkabayi accused Judge Nathan Erasmus of bias in the Joslin Smith trial, criticising his conduct and even his facial expressions.
Lourencia Lombaard’s lawyer argues for full immunity for her, says her testimony secured convictions
Advocate Eben van Tonder has argued that his client, Lourencia Lombaard, should be granted immunity from all charges in the ongoing Joslin Smith trial.
Missing Persons unit slams SAPS for allegedly mistreating Joslin Smith witness
The CEO of the Western Cape Missing Persons Unit slammed the South African Police Service for allegedly ignoring evidence a witness presented to them.
Western Cape police follow up new leads in search for Joslin Smith, South Africans remain hopeful
Western Cape police remain committed to finding Joslin Smith and are following up new leads, as South Africans remains hopeful that the little girl will be found.
Kelly Smith, Steveno van Rhyn and Jacquin Appollis return to court, trio to appeal life sentences
Kelly Smith, Jacquin Appollis and Steveno van Rhyn will appear in court in August 2025, three months after they were sentenced to life behind bars.
Joslin Smith trial: Judge Erasmus still to decide if Lourencia Lombaard is granted indemnity or not
The National Prosecuting Authority confirmed that it was still waiting for a date for Lourencia Lombaard's hearing to be held to determine whether she is free.
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