Conviction In Joshlin Smith Kidnapping Case, Home Torched After Mother’s Conviction

The home of six-year-old Joshlin Smith’s mother, Racquel “Kelly” Smith, was reduced to ashes after she was convicted for her involvement in the kidnapping and trafficking of her own daughter.

Smith was convicted alongside her boyfriend Jacques Jacquen ‘Boeta’ Appollis, and their friend Steveno ‘Steffie’ van Rhyn.

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System Delivers Verdict

Judge Nathan Erasmus delivered the highly anticipated judgment, confirming that the missing child had indeed been exchanged.

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The trio is expected to be remanded in custody ahead of sentencing proceedings.

Search For Joshlin Continues

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Western Cape Police Commissioner, General Thembisile Patekile, assured that the search  has not stopped.

He stated that, the police will continue to  search for the young girl.

The matter has been postponed to May 9, 2025, for sentencing.

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