William Banks, convicted for stealing pro-Israel posters, films his escape from prison [video]
William Banks, a US inmate convicted of stealing pro-Israel posters, filmed his dramatic prison escape and posted it online—here’s what we know.
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Watch: Theft suspect caught on camera escaping Johannesburg court [video]
A suspect charged with housebreaking and theft escaped from a Johannesburg court by scaling down the building, prompting a police manhunt.
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Thabo Bester 2.0: DCS confirms inmate escaped from Pollsmoor Prison
The Department of Correctional Services confirms an inmate escape from Pollsmoor Prison, while a parliamentary briefing reveals systemic failures in the Thabo Bester escape case.
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Vukani Khumalo: Durban court blunder sees notorious killer walk free on bail
Khumalo, who is facing charges for a series of brutal murders, was mistakenly swapped with another suspect, Khulekani Khumalo, who was due to appear for a lesser crime—vehicle theft.
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Hunt for escaped convict proves successful
The department said Jackson is serving a 20-year sentence for robbery, theft and possession of a firearm with ammunition, and has been behind bars since April 2015.
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Boksburg on high alert amid search for dangerous fugitive
A manhunt is underway in Boksburg after convicted inmate Martin Jackson escaped from prison; authorities warn he is dangerous.
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Magudumana to appeal her extradition on Thursday
Nandipha Magudumana was arrested in Tanzania with convicted murderer and rapist and prison escapee Thabo Bester in April 2023.
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Thabo Bester heads to court for access to a laptop: Here’s everything we know
Thabo Bester is back in court seeking access to a laptop, which the Department of Correctional Services has previously denied due to security concerns.
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Convicted mobster escapes from Durban prison
Mthethwa, who was serving a 15-year sentence for robbery with aggravating circumstances, fled while assigned to work in the facility’s garden.
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Collins Jumaisi Khalusha: Kenyan man accused of killing 42 women escapes prison
Khalusha is accused of a shocking series of murders, with 42 women, including his wife, allegedly falling victim to his brutal acts since 2022.
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Watch: Thabo Bester spirals into epic rant about the death penalty [video]
Convicted murderer and rapist Thabo Bester delivered an emotional rant in court, asking for the death penalty and the release of his co-accused.
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Limpopo police launch manhunt for escaped serial rapist
Mahlaela Patrick is accused of four counts of rape and two counts of robbery with aggravating circumstances.
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‘Tracking Thabo Bester’ review: A torturous echo chamber of TikToks and empty insights
‘Tracking Thabo Bester’ delivers an excruciatingly hollow experience, recycling old news under the guise of a docuseries.
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Thabo Bester documentary on Showmax: Here’s what you must know
The Thabo Bester documentary premieres in March 2024 on Showmax, revealing the intricate details of the most talked-about prison break.
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Thabo Bester prison break pretrial gets a new date
The Thabo Bester pretrial was postponed to a new date, following an eventful day in court, on Wednesday. Here’s what you must know.
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Dr Nandipha, Thabo Bester back in court: Here’s how to watch live in South Africa [video]
Dr Nandipha Magudumana, the alleged brain behind the plot, along with eleven other suspects, will once again face the scales of justice. Here’s how to tune in live.
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Dr Nandipha Magudumana’s bail appeal dismissed amid flight risk concerns
The Free State High Court upheld the denial of Dr Nandipha Magudumana’s bail, citing her potential as a flight risk.
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Dr Nandipha scores rare win in her bid to declare Tanzania arrest unlawful
Dr Nandipha Magudumana gained a significant win as the Supreme Court of Appeal granted her leave to challenge the legality of her arrest in Tanzania. Will this affect her ongoing case?
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Nqubeko Bright Mchunu: Durban police warn public about fugitive linked to murder [photo]
Durban police are on high alert as they search for Nqubeko Bright Mchunu, a fugitive linked to a chilling murder case.
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Cape Town police ramp up manhunt for fugitives who escaped from Athlone court
The police have urged the community to exercise extreme caution and to report any suspicious activity that might lead to the apprehension of the escapees.
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Thabo Bester escape: Trial to start in February 2024
Charges against three of the 12 accused have been withdrawn
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North West prison break: Six suspects on the run after escaping court holding cells
Lieutenant Colonel Funani urged the community to exercise caution and refrain from attempting to re-capture the detainees, owing to the dangerous nature of these individuals.
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Nandipha Magudumana bail application: Watch live on Monday, 11 September 2023 [video]
After 20 weeks incarcerated at Bizzah Makhete Correctional Centre, Nandipha Magudumana will learn of the fate of her bail bid on Monday.
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Nandipha Magudumana’s kidnapping claim questioned by state
Magudumana has ‘a right to liberty’ until convicted, court told
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Nandipha Magudumana defence pokes holes in State’s affidavit
Advocate Frans Dlamini, representing Magudumana, expressed strong reservations about the State’s approach to the case.
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State prosecutors detail how Nandipha Magudumana used corpses to help Bester escape prison
The State detailed how Nandipha Magudumana allegedly shopped around for corpses to use in Thabo Bester’s daring prison break.
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Thabo Bester wants answers on ‘stolen’ items valued at R27.72 million
Thabo Bester listed these 23 items. valued at R27.72 million, he claims were stolen when he was arrested in Tanzania in April 2023.
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Thabo Bester prison break: How to watch live in South Africa [video]
Follow every aspect of the intriguing Thabo Bester court case live right here, with every development updated in real time.
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Kutama-Sinthumule Correctional Centre on fire: Here’s everything we know
A fire reportedly broke out at Kutama-Sinthumule Correctional Centre on Monday. Here’s everything we know.
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Thabo Bester escape: Dr Nandipha says she did not consent to her extradition
‘She wanted to come home, she came home,’ argues police advocate