Tension ran high during the latest court proceedings involving Thabo Bester and Dr Nandipha Magudumana, when one of the accused experienced breathing difficulties mid-session.
The incident briefly disrupted the hearing as court officials and medical personnel moved in to assess the situation. The identity of the accused who struggled to breathe has not yet been publicly confirmed, but sources inside the courtroom described visible distress and a sudden halt to the proceedings.
The dramatic moment unfolded amid ongoing legal battles related to Besterβs audacious prison escape and the wide-reaching criminal network allegedly tied to it.
Court officials are expected to provide further updates on the condition of the accused and whether it may impact the scheduling of future proceedings. The trial continues to grip the nation with its mix of scandal, deception, and unfolding courtroom twists.