S v Ntamehlo (CC60/2021)
S v Ntamehlo (CC60/2021) [2023] ZAWCHC 181; 2023 (2) SACR 518 (WCC) (2 August 2023)
The court found that the accused planned and executed the murder of his wife to deprive her of her share in the joint estate, constituting an aggravating factor. The history of domestic violence, the calculated nature of the crime, and the subsequent attempt to conceal the body demonstrated extreme callousness and controlling behaviour. No substantial and compelling circumstances were presented to justify deviation from the prescribed minimum sentence. The court held that public policy, reasonableness, and fairness require that a spouse who intentionally kills their partner should forfeit any…
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- Planned Murder
- Domestic Violence
- Forfeiture Of Matrimonial Property
- Unworthy Spouse Principle
- Minimum Sentencing
- Child Welfare