# Judge Nathan Erasmus has denied defence applications to drop charges against Kelly Smith and Steveno van Rhyn in the Joslin Smith trial. Despite arguments citing lack of credible evidence, the High Court sitting in Saldanha Bay ruled that there is a case to answer. Accused duo, Van Rhyn and Jacquen Appollis, chose not to testify or call witnesses, closing their cases. The trial continues.
Judge dismisses defence bid to drop charges in Joslin Smith trial