Correctional Services deny Besters claims of ill-treatment [Video]

In a recent court appearance, Thabo Bester, a convicted rapist and murderer, claimed he was being mistreated in prison. However, the Department of Correctional Services has vehemently denied these allegations.

Speaking to eNCA senior reporter Silindelo Masikana, the Correctional Services spokesperson Singabakho Nxumalo refuted Bester’s accusations, insisting that he enjoys the same privileges as other inmates.

On 5 June, Bester appeared in the Free State High Court without legal representation and chose to address the court himself. During his statement, he complained about the prison’s dress code, expressing his frustration at not being allowed to wear his preferred designer clothes.

“I was told that I can’t wear clothes that are Louis Vuitton because it gives the wrong impression,” Bester lamented.

Responding to these claims, Correctional Services spokesperson Nxumalo stated, “When people start abusing that privilege of being neat and presentable, if they want to be fashionistas [sic] or whatever, they can do it …