Attorneys seek reconciliation in Bakgatla case
Thursday, March 07, 2013
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The prosecutor Kabelo Nkwe told the court that they met with all of the complainants in the case and that some of them have agreed to reconcile on condition that the accused give them monetary compensation. He explained that some of the demands from the complainants are not realistic, hence a new trial date should be set.
He told the court that they do appreciate the fact that in the past, the complainants had asked to be given time to reconcile. However, another extension is needed as the accused persons have indicated that they are willing to pay the compensation. In response, the defence counsel Sydney Pilane also asked the court to give them time to allow the reconciliation process to be concluded.
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