Attorney defends delay in apology from woman accused of fatal accident! Martha van der Walt, a 68-year-old woman accused of running over a group of girls and killing one, has been released on R5,000 bail following her appearance in the Germiston Magistrates Court.
She faces charges of culpable homicide after the incident, which resulted in the death of Pretty Mahlangu.
The court heard that investigators are still awaiting a post-mortem report and video footage that captured the tragedy.
Attorney defends
Family Criticizes Lack of Remorse
Pretty Mahlangu’s family expressed frustration after Van der Walt’s release, stating they felt she showed no remorse as she had yet to apologise for the incident.
However, her attorney, Kineil Muthray, explained that he had advised his client not to contact the family immediately, believing it would worsen their grief.
“I advised that it’s an open wound. It’s really difficult and not going to be received well if she reaches out at this stage,” Muthray said.
Plans for Support and Future Apology
Muthray added that Van der Walt remains willing to apologise and even provide financial assistance to the Mahlangu family. He said attempts were made through the investigating officer to facilitate contact, but the timing was deemed too sensitive.
The case remains under investigation as the family awaits justice for Pretty Mahlangu.
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