Key takeaways:
- Oscar Pistorius is being considered for parole after serving more than half of his 13-year sentence for shooting and killing his girlfriend Reeva Steenkamp in 2013.
- The Steenkamp family is opposed to an early release and will be making representations opposing parole at the hearing.
- The parole board will consider Pistorius’ conduct and disciplinary record in prison, his participation in educational or other training courses during his incarceration, and his mental and physical state to assess whether he would still pose a threat to public safety.
Today, the South African parole board is hearing submissions for the early release of former Olympic runner and Paralympic gold medalist Oscar Pistorius. Pistorius was jailed for shooting and killing his girlfriend Reeva Steenkamp in 2013.
Pistorius was approved for parole consideration after serving more than half of his 13-year sentence. However, Steenkamp’s parents are opposed to an early release. Their lawyer, Tania Koen, said the family will be making representations opposing parole at the hearing and will also be making statements on the impact that Steenkamp’s death has had on them.
June Steenkamp, Reeva’s mother, arrived at the parole hearing on Friday. When asked if she believed Pistorius was remorseful, she smiled but did not answer. The parole board will consider Pistorius’ conduct and disciplinary record in prison, his participation in educational or other training courses during his incarceration, and his mental and physical state to assess whether he would still pose a threat to public safety.
The outcome of the parole hearing is yet to be determined. However, the Steenkamp family is hoping for justice and closure for the death of their beloved daughter.
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