Family urges public to oppose bail for murder accused
The family of Taryn le Roux has called for public support as murder accused husband’s bail hearing is delayed again.
THE family of Taryn le Roux, the woman who was allegedly shot in cold blood at a pub in Westville, has appealed for public support to ensure that the accused, her husband Nicolas le Roux, is not granted bail.
Nicolas remains behind bars after his case was once again postponed this week. He faces charges including premeditated murder, handling a firearm under the influence, and possession of unlicensed firearms and ammunition.
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He appeared in court on Tuesday, November 25, for a scheduled formal bail hearing, but proceedings were delayed after his Legal Aid attorney, Waseem Hoffese, informed the magistrate that he was not yet ready to proceed due to the seriousness of the case.
At his previous appearance on Tuesday, November 18, Nicolas had already been advised to be patient, as his lawyer might still be preparing the matter for court by Tuesday, November 25.
Legal Aid South Africa has confirmed that it will represent him based on his financial circumstances. Nicolas told the court that he works only on contract and does not earn any income while in South Africa.
Taryn’s niece, Lisa Beresford-Mnyandu, said the repeated postponements have been emotionally exhausting for the family.
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“These past weeks have been very hard and frustrating with the case going back and forth,” she said. “We appeal to the public to join us on Thursday, 4 December, outside the courtroom in support of gender-based violence.
“We call on all South Africans; men, women, organisations, leaders, survivors, and allies to stand with us in unity. Our presence and voices matter,” said Taryn’s niece.
The family’s call for solidarity comes ahead of November 25, observed globally as part of the 16 Days of Activism for No Violence Against Women and Children.
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