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Botswana government hands Tshedu death case to DPP for legal determination
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The Minister of State President, Defence and Security, Moeti Mhwasa, has transferred the case concerning the death of Retshepile "Tshepi" Tshedu to the Director of Public Prosecutions DPP. Mhwasa confirmed that the Botswana Police Service has completed its investigation, and all findings have been submitted for legal review. This move aims to determine criminal liability based on the evidence. The DPP's office will now assess the evidence, including forensic reports and witness statements, to decide if it meets the threshold for prosecution. The DPP is expected to provide feedback by mid-May, outlining the next legal steps. Mhwasa emphasized that this stage upholds due process, with independent legal judgment taking precedence, ensuring justice is built on a foundation that can withstand court scrutiny. The case now transitions from investigation to legal determination.
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