Couple drop bail bid

CHILD ABUSE: ELDORADO PARENTS' CASE ADJOURNED TO 9 OCTOBER

- Molefe Seeletsa

The case against the Eldorado Park parents accused of abusing their four-year-old daughter was yesterday postponed after they chose not to pursue bail.

The couple appeared at the Protea Magistrate's Court in Soweto yesterday, where they had been expected to apply for bail.

The father faces five charges — murder, rape, compelled rape, child abuse and assault with intent to cause grievous bodily harm.

The mother initially faced one charge of failing to report a sexual offence against a minor.

During proceedings, the state revealed that the couple had decided to abandon their bail applications.

As a result, the prosecution requested a postponement to allow for further investigations.

The case was adjourned until 9 October, with both accused remaining in custody.