Judge Erasmus: A beacon of integrity in the Joshlin Smith trial
Judge Nathan Erasmus.
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By Mark RH Kleinschmidt
Judge Nathan Charles Erasmus is to be applauded in his handling of the trial in the disappearance of missing child, Joshlin Smith.
Erasmus painstakingly recapped the evidence provided by the advocates, and does not hesitate to explain the facets of the law or firmly chastise them with utmost humility. Hopefully the trial concludes shortly.
He treated the three accused with utmost respect and dignity, and constantly put the witnesses at ease without intimidation. The Joshlin Smith trial has kept me spell-bound and Judge Erasmus has captivated my interest with his wry humour and vast knowledge in the rule of law.
Ultimately, we need to know what happened to beautiful Joshlin, and her mother, Kelly Smith must let the truth be told. As Judge King said to cricket legend, Hansie Kronje, "The truth will set you free".
Cape Argus