The matter against Joshlin’s mother, Kelly Smith, her boyfriend, Jacquen ‘Boeta’ Appolis, Stevano van Rhyn, and Lourentia Lombaard accused of being behind the disappearance of Joshlin Smith appeared in the Vredenburg Magistrate’s Court on Monday.
The 6-year-old has been missing for almost five months.
SUPPLIEDThe group face charges of kidnapping and trafficking in
persons for the purpose of exploitation. The State alleges Joshlin was sold for
R20 000.
“The state is requesting a further postponement for the
purpose of investigation. The investigation remains ongoing as forensic
evidence is obtained and the same is being referred for analysis. We are
awaiting the outcome of forensic reports and further administrative matters,”
the State submitted. It was revealed that trial is going to take place in the
Western Cape High Court.
The case against the group has been postponed to 16 September. The accused will remain in custody.
Done by: Sihle Jezile
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