THREE MORE CHARGED WITH MURDER

A “SEX worker” and her berk who are accused of murdering an ou who disappeared last month in Melkbosstrand were joined by more accused in the dock on Monday.

Stacey Lee Hector, 39, and Wade van Reneen, 39, returned to the Atlantis Magistrates Court facing charges of murder, kidnapping and defeating the ends of justice.

The pair were joined by the more co-accused Kyle Francis, Courtney Nortje and Igshaan Abrahams.

The accused are allegedly all linked to the murder of Malcolm Pather, 41, who was last seen leaving his home in Richwood in his Blue BMW 1 Series on 13 July. 

It is alleged that he had booked a session with believed sex worker Hector in Table View on the day of his disappearance. 

Pather, though, apparently walked into a trap, with it being believed that he was ambushed and extorted by the couple.

According to Daily Voice sources, a bakkie - which was stolen in Goodwood between 12 July and 13 and set alight - was burned out a second time with the body on the back.

The sources further say that evidence found at the crime scene led to a potential suspect who was identified on video footage in possession of Pather’s vehicle.

The accused who are all represented by legal aid were expected to apply for their bid for bail.

The Daily Voice also brought an application for photos to be taken of the accused, however their lawyer said he needs to consult with them on the application due to the implications it can have on them.

Their case was postponed to 7 August for their bail application.