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Based on the evidence that has been led so far, particularly on his own evidence under cross-examination, he is guilty on all three charges under the Firearms Act, and on culpable homicide (manslaughter). On the charge of murder we'll have to see what other admissions he makes on the stand and what other evidence will be led by the defence.

On the firearms charges he has led no evidence to credibly rebut the evidence of the eyewitnesses.
On culpable homicide - he says he shot in the direction of the door without thinking, Culpable homicide is tested against the standard of the 'reasonable person' i.e. would a reasonable person in the circumstances of the accused have foreseen that his actions could have harmed someone. A reasonable person would foresee that shooting into a closed door when it is suspected another person (intruder or not) is behind the door could result in harm to that person.

Good evening Ladydiz
If he is found guilty of murder and sentenced to life, does it mean "life" in SA, or do they serve only a short period behind bars?
Thank you

Evening Rebel

Murder carries a mandatory sentence of 25 years with a possibility of parole after two thirds of his sentence being served, unless the judge directs that there be no possibility of parole.

Culpable homicide carries a maximum sentence of 15 years.

Thank you for that, very much appreciated. I will let you get back to your embroidery now.

That was last night, tonight it's my knitting circle evening.

How do you knit a circle?

With difficulty.

Hi lady D.. If he gets any of those , how is he gonna represent the country and make them lots of money? Naaaa.. Think he's gonna walk (excuse the pun) I'm guessing suspended sentence? Fame and money talks