Thabo Bester has caused a stir in the legal system by claiming he was not allowed to wear his own clothing, including brand labels. Via his attorney, the ostentatious criminal—who has previously worn Burberry and Louis Vuitton in court—voiced his complaints.
On June 5, 2024, Thabo, his co-accused Nandipha Magudumana, and seven other individuals are scheduled to appear in court for a pre-trial conference.
Thabo Bester Seems Angry After His Own Clothes Were “Denied”
Nandipha Magudumana and Thabo Bester appeared in court for the first time in 2024 on Wednesday, February 21, at the Free State High Court.
On the other hand, Bester—who is renowned for leading an opulent lifestyle—astonished court viewers by showing up dressed normally.
Bester’s attorney, Mohamed Seedat, claims that Bester was “denied” the opportunity to dress how he wanted to appear.”My client has been denied access to his own clothing, even for the purpose of coming to this court,” Seedat stated in court.
“It is being directed to my client, who is instructed to wear only what the prison officials tell him to.”
When state prosecutor Amanda Bester (not related) asserted that Thabo Bester ought to be dressed in an orange overall as a convicted prisoner, he became enraged and waved his hand. When the prosecution said “He can’t wear what he wants,” he likewise shook his head.
For the 2011 rape and killing of his model lover Nomfundo Tyhulu, Bester is presently serving a life term in jail.
What Does Correctional Services Say?
Thabo Bester seems to have the legal advantage as he battles for his entitlement to wear his luxury labels.
When it came to Bester’s clothes, Correctional Services Singabakho Nxumalo asserted last year that everything was legal.
He said to Thando Thabethe of 947: “Inmates in South Africa appear in court dressed as civilians.” After changing into the offender uniform, you are free to wear your intimate apparel.
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