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Update: Howarth murder suspects bail judgement delivered

Three men, accused of overpowering Robert Lynn and Sue Howarth on the Marchlands farm, torturing Mr Lynn and murdering Mrs Howarth, had their bail judgement in the Dullstroom Magistrate Court today.

Nkosinathi and William Yika as well as Lucas Makua were denied bail.

Their case has been postponed for a decision by the Director of Public Prosecution’s office.

 

The trio will remain in custody and will appear in the Belfast Magistrate Court again in August.

Read previous story here – Photos: Farm attack suspects appear in Belfast court

Close friends of Mr Lynn, who feared for his safety should the suspects have been released on bail, said the denial of their bail application comes as a huge relief.

Video: Sue’s memorial service

Read previous story here: The horror of a farm attack – “Don’t be afraid my darling”

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