I'd agree, why would his Father - who he hasn't spoken to or had a relationship with for years - ask to store illegal ammo in OP's safe? It's just another element OP thought wouldn't get seriously questioned by anyone. Like the I was shot at on the highway story.
More than likely ...
His father was at the bail hearing but hasn't been seen at this trial.
I bet the family leant on him. He's refused to sign a statement but he didn't deny it either .. but that to me says that it's not his ammo .. he's doing the bare minimum to keep the peace I expect. I don't think his father would have got into trouble for it as he probably has the relevant licence (and that's why they've said him and not someone else) ... it's just he would have to lie most probably .. on oath.
I hope that if he is found guilty then he will serve the appropriate sentence . Be it for murder or CH. this should not be treated with more leniency because of who he is.
I do not see M'Lady , Judge Masipa, for who I have a huge amout of admiration and respect making any concessions regarding who he is.
My only criticism of her is that she should have cracked the whip a bit more regarding court time , and better use of it. No wonder innocent people are languishing in prison for years. Too many tea breaks, and knocking off early.
They can do all the 'coaching' they want, but if the rest of the witnesses and their evidence are as weak as we've seen over the last few days, it's not going to do much good. Nel is too good for that.
I have this image of the remainder of the witnesses running crying to their elderly mums scared shitless and getting them to write sick notes !!! Please excuse Tommy from giving evidence on behalf of the defence, he has a tummy bug !!! Signed: Mum.
I am becoming more and more confident that he'll get life
Wish I could believe that but still don't think he'll serve one day in a real SA prison. If he's convicted will prob be something along the lines of a "secure facility" somewhere, or even worse more "house arrest" time.
Did reeva really kiss another guy or is it rumours?
No idea, does it matter?it was an ad supposedly for a programme. She had only been seeing OP for 5 days. From what I have read it was Oscar who was more likeley to be playing away.
Can you imagine what the Easter Break would be like for you if you knew that afterwards you would be going in to that box only to be torn apart by Nel?!
I can tell you one thing, poo would be coming out!!!
I'd agree, why would his Father - who he hasn't spoken to or had a relationship with for years - ask to store illegal ammo in OP's safe? It's just another element OP thought wouldn't get seriously questioned by anyone. Like the I was shot at on the highway story.
I think all of his friends must have deserted him .. he couldn't find anyone willing to say they'd picked him up. It's a wonder he didn't say his sister because she would probably have backed him ... possibly he was winging it and didn't think he'd be asked for details. I like the bit where he said that if he could remember the person then they'd 'collaborate' his story another telling slip of the tongue.
Can you imagine what the Easter Break would be like for you if you knew that afterwards you would be going in to that box only to be torn apart by Nel?!
I can tell you one thing, poo would be coming out!!!
hey up, was there any disagreement over when the door was battered in - before or after the shots being fired?
I think that may become apparent if the defence call expert witnesses on the matter, but more likely to be stated as the prosecution or defence statements at the end of the trial.
I hope that if he is found guilty then he will serve the appropriate sentence . Be it for murder or CH. this should not be treated with more leniency because of who he is.
I do not see M'Lady , Judge Masipa, for who I have a huge amout of admiration and respect making any concessions regarding who he is.
My only criticism of her is that she should have cracked the whip a bit more regarding court time , and better use of it. No wonder innocent people are languishing in prison for years. Too many tea breaks, and knocking off early.
agreed, it's hardly a complex case, why it's taking this length of time I don't know, milady has surely got enough info to make her judgement now.
I think all of his friends must have deserted him .. he couldn't find anyone willing to say they'd picked him up. It's a wonder he didn't say his sister because she would probably have backed him ... possibly he was winging it and didn't think he'd be asked for details. I like the bit where he said that if he could remember the person then they'd 'collaborate' his story another telling slip of the tongue.
Ha yes, collaborate indeed! I'm surprised he didn't just invent a fictional friend to match up with the fictional villain. Anything is possible in The Land Of Oz! ;-)
Nel: Who was it that came to pick you up you after the shooting incident?
OP: Errrrr Bob.
Nel: Bob who?
OP: I can't remember! It was too traumatic! I was in a state of sheer terror. anyway I've just remembered Bob has gone to live in Bolivia but I have experts who will draw a picture of him.
Wish I could believe that but still don't think he'll serve one day in a real SA prison. If he's convicted will prob be something along the lines of a "secure facility" somewhere, or even worse more "house arrest" time.
House arrest is a non-starter. His house is too run-down to be used to hold a prisoner. They do have some standards over there.
Can you imagine what the Easter Break would be like for you if you knew that afterwards you would be going in to that box only to be torn apart by Nel?!
I can tell you one thing, poo would be coming out!!!
I simply would refuse to testify for love or money except I was sure about my testimony.
Ha yes, collaborate indeed! I'm surprised he didn't just invent a fictional friend to match up with the fictional villain. Anything is possible in The Land Of Oz! ;-)
Nel: Who was it that came to pick you up you after the shooting incident?
OP: Errrrr Bob.
Nel: Bob who?
OP: I can't remember! It was too traumatic! I was in a state of sheer terror. anyway I've just remembered Bob has gone to live in Bolivia but I have experts who will draw a picture of him.
Nel: No further questions.
No need to make it up - the reality was more ridiculous.
Op said he wished he could remember the name so that they could "collaborate" the evidence.
I'm going to miss Nel for the next few days. I'm planning on pitching a show to the BBC 'Barry and Gerrie Sort it Out'. Whenever there is a high-profile criminal case anywhere in the world Barry and Gerrie are flown in as counsel. Thunderbird Lawyer could be the presenter, M'lady could preside with her calming influence, Oldwage could be the obligatory reality show baddy, Captain van Aardt could pull his wonderful faces in the background, and Captain Mangena could sit next to him, looking impeccably moisturised (have you ever seen a man who looks so well-moisturised?). I definitely would watch it.
House arrest is a non-starter. His house is too run-down to be used to hold a prisoner. They do have some standards over there.
I hate to be judgemental (that's a lie actually, I love it ), but that house !
Everything bashed and battered and this not working and THAT not operational. Scarred doors .....disfunctional windows ....not enough power points in rooms....no wash basin in the loo (coulda squeezed in a tiny corner one fgs ), etc etc . Needs a good DIY going over .
Ha yes, collaborate indeed! I'm surprised he didn't just invent a fictional friend to match up with the fictional villain. Anything is possible in The Land Of Oz! ;-)
Nel: Who was it that came to pick you up you after the shooting incident?
OP: Errrrr Bob.
Nel: Bob who?
OP: I can't remember! It was too traumatic! I was in a state of sheer terror. anyway I've just remembered Bob has gone to live in Bolivia but I have experts who will draw a picture of him.
Nel: No further questions.
Haha Oh dear! .. OP's experts .. I'm imagining he had something better in mind than Mr Dixon.
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I'd agree, why would his Father - who he hasn't spoken to or had a relationship with for years - ask to store illegal ammo in OP's safe? It's just another element OP thought wouldn't get seriously questioned by anyone. Like the I was shot at on the highway story.
I do not see M'Lady , Judge Masipa, for who I have a huge amout of admiration and respect making any concessions regarding who he is.
My only criticism of her is that she should have cracked the whip a bit more regarding court time , and better use of it. No wonder innocent people are languishing in prison for years. Too many tea breaks, and knocking off early.
I have this image of the remainder of the witnesses running crying to their elderly mums scared shitless and getting them to write sick notes !!! Please excuse Tommy from giving evidence on behalf of the defence, he has a tummy bug !!! Signed: Mum.
Wish I could believe that but still don't think he'll serve one day in a real SA prison. If he's convicted will prob be something along the lines of a "secure facility" somewhere, or even worse more "house arrest" time.
http://www.dailystar.co.uk/news/latest-news/367812/Oscar-Pistorius-girlfriend-Reeva-was-in-terror-over-TV-snog-before-being-shot-dead
Make your own mind up, no sources quoted.
No idea, does it matter?it was an ad supposedly for a programme. She had only been seeing OP for 5 days. From what I have read it was Oscar who was more likeley to be playing away.
I can tell you one thing, poo would be coming out!!!
The smirks on everyone's faces is priceless !!! God love him…. he is just the gift that keeps on giving.
Ah chocolate, I have a Lindt bunny here so I am off for a while.
Have a good evening.
Yes .. have a good evening konya .. Happy Easter!
I think that may become apparent if the defence call expert witnesses on the matter, but more likely to be stated as the prosecution or defence statements at the end of the trial.
agreed, it's hardly a complex case, why it's taking this length of time I don't know, milady has surely got enough info to make her judgement now.
Oscar?
Ha yes, collaborate indeed! I'm surprised he didn't just invent a fictional friend to match up with the fictional villain. Anything is possible in The Land Of Oz! ;-)
Nel: Who was it that came to pick you up you after the shooting incident?
OP: Errrrr Bob.
Nel: Bob who?
OP: I can't remember! It was too traumatic! I was in a state of sheer terror.
Nel: No further questions.
House arrest is a non-starter. His house is too run-down to be used to hold a prisoner. They do have some standards over there.
I simply would refuse to testify for love or money except I was sure about my testimony.
No need to make it up - the reality was more ridiculous.
Op said he wished he could remember the name so that they could "collaborate" the evidence.
It would certainly attract the viewers!
I hate to be judgemental (that's a lie actually, I love it ), but that house !
Everything bashed and battered and this not working and THAT not operational. Scarred doors .....disfunctional windows ....not enough power points in rooms....no wash basin in the loo (coulda squeezed in a tiny corner one fgs ), etc etc . Needs a good DIY going over .