The man accused of assaulting local pastor, Ron Rambebu, allegedly for wearing an Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) cap at a garage on Ontdekkers Road, made his first appearance today, Monday, 1 July, in the Roodepoort Magistrates’ Court.
The accused turned himself in at the Roodepoort Police Station on Friday, 28 June, and was released on R2 000 bail on Saturday, 29 June.
Read the initial article here:
https://roodepoortrecord.co.za/2019/06/26/watch-man-assaulted-for-allegedly-wearing-eff-cap/
During the court proceedings, the State requested a postponement for further investigations.
The postponement was granted, which means the accused will be back in court on Thursday, 18 July on charges of assault and crimen injuria.
Speaking to Rambebu after the appearance, he said when he saw the accused, he was filled with anger as this was the first time he’d seen him after the incident, which happened on Friday, 21 June.
Also Read:
https://roodepoortrecord.co.za/2019/06/28/man-who-allegedly-assaulted-local-pastor-turns-himself-in/
“Yes, there was a bit of anger, but at the end of the day, I am comforted by the proceedings of the court and want to give it a chance to do its work. I want to allow the process of the court to continue because I believe that there will be victory,” said Rambebu.
EFF members chanted songs outside the court as they showed their support for the victim.
