Following the murder of seven Krugersdorpers in 2016, the infamous Steyns – Marinda, Leroux, Marcel and Cecilia (the latter not related to the other three) – together with Zak Valentine were taken into custody. Charges of murder, aggravated assault, being in possession of an unlicensed firearm, committing fraud and identity theft were brought against them.
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They appeared in various courts on the West Rand, including the Randfontein, Roodepoort and Krugersdorp Magistrates’ Courts. On 5 May this year the cases were finally centralised and moved to the Johannesburg High Court.
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Their most recent appearance was in the high court on Friday, 8 September where it was decided that the trial that was scheduled to start on Friday, 9 October would be postponed.
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Another pre-trial date was set for Friday, 1 December to give the accused’s newly appointed advocates time to prepare. Their appointment was necessitated due to magistrates’ court lawyers not having the authority to defend clients in a high court. The trial date will also be set on that day.
An officer close to the case said the evidence against the siblings is overwhelming and the case is stronger than ever.
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After the accused’s last court appearance, officials met with the families of the murder victims to set their minds at ease.
The victims were Peter and Joan Meyer, Jarred Jackson, Glen McGregor, Anthony Scholefield, Kevin McAlpine and Hanle Lategan.
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