Former teacher to prove innocence in sex abuse case

FORMER SA teacher, Iain Wares, who is wanted by UK authorities on 76 counts of sexual assault of young boys, must prove his innocence beyond a reasonable doubt.

- GEENEVIEVE SERRA

This, after the State closed its case and following a failed Section 174 application last week to have a Cape Town case against him discharged.

It is unclear whether Wares will be taking the witness stand in October in his own defence or how many witnesses are expected to be called.

Last week, Wares heard that his application for a discharge, arguing that the State did not have enough evidence for a successful prosecution, was unsuccessful in the Wynberg Regional Court.

Magistrate Vanessa Miki said the State had enough evidence to proceed with the matter and the evidence could not be rejected.