# The Western Cape High Court sentenced an 18-year-old to 25-years in prison for the murder of Overberg High School Grade 10 learner Deveney Nel in Caledon. The teen, whose identity is protected under the Children’s Act, was also found guilty of defeating the ends of justice as part of a plea agreement. Deveney’s body was discovered with multiple stab wounds in a school storeroom on 14 August, after she was reported missing. The case has reignited debate on South Africa’s Child Justice Act.
Teen sentenced to 25 years for murder of Deveney Nel of Overberg High School