Port Elizabeth - Christopher Panayiotou's bail application started in the Port Elizabeth Magistrate's Court just before 10:30 on Thursday with his advocate Terry Price present. Price was not in court on Wednesday which left Magistrate Abigail Beaton unimpressed because she said the court was not informed that he would not be there. Price was in Johannesburg and set to board a plane to Port Elizabeth. Advocate Theuns Roelofse told the court that Price would resume his duties as … [Read more...] about Standing room only for media at trial
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Family support for Panayiotou
Port Elizabeth - Christopher Panayiotou's parents, who have been supporting their son since he was first accused of master-minding his wife Jayde's murder, arrived at court on Thursday for the continuing bail application. Panayiotou's parents were joined by other family members who filled up the entire front row in the public gallery of the court at the Port Elizabeth Magistrate's Court. Some family sat chatting to reporters who had packed the court room. Some members of the public had … [Read more...] about Family support for Panayiotou
Panayiotou relationship confirmed
Christopher Panayiotou, accused of master-minding the murder of his wife Jayde, had an on and off relationship with his employee Chanelle Coutts. This was according to his lawyer Alwyn Griebenow on Wednesday, Netwerk24 reported. On speculation that Coutts could be pregnant, Griebenow said: "If she is pregnant Christopher is not aware of it." Coutts's lawyer, Danie Coutts, dismissed the rumours of pregnancy and tests as "absurd". Coutts, the personnel manager at the OK Grocer in Algoa … [Read more...] about Panayiotou relationship confirmed
Frustration as Magistrate postpones Panayiotou matter
Port Elizabeth - The matter against Christopher Panayiotou, accused of master-minding the murder of his wife Jayde, was postponed on Wednesday following confusion about who would be representing him in the Port Elizabeth Magistrate's Court. Magistrate Abigail Beaton adjourned the matter to Thursday after advocate Theuns Roelofse told the court that advocate Terry Price would resume his duties as Panayiotou's lawyer. He was apparently unable to make it to court on Wednesday morning as he … [Read more...] about Frustration as Magistrate postpones Panayiotou matter
Court Adjourned
Port Elizabeth - Court has been adjourned until noon so that Christopher Panayiotou could discuss the issue of his legal representation in the Port Elizabeth Magistrate's Court. This was after State advocate Marius Stander told the court that defence advocate Terry Price would not be representing Panayiotou on Tuesday and would be replaced by advocate Theuns Roelofse. Magistrate Abigail Beaton indicated that she was not happy with the substitution. She said Price had not informed the … [Read more...] about Court Adjourned
Panayiotou bail hearing underway
Port Elizabeth - The bail application of Christopher Panayiotou got underway just after 10:00 in the Port Elizabeth Magistrate's Court on Wednesday. A haggard and pale-looking Panayiotou arrived in court room 26 just before 10:00 dressed in a black suit. He has spent three weeks behind bars. Panayiotou exchanged a few words with his defence attorney Alwyn Griebenow before sitting in the dock, staring resolutely in front of him while the media jostled to get photographs of him. His … [Read more...] about Panayiotou bail hearing underway
Family support for Panayiotou
Port Elizabeth - Christopher Panayiotou's family filled the front row of the public gallery in the Port Elizabeth Magistrate's Court on Wednesday ahead of the continuation of his bail application. A very strong media contingent also filled a packed court room 26 where his neatly dressed parents were sitting quietly, waiting for Christopher to arrive, who was not there by 09:00. Investigating officer Kanna Swanepoel entered the court at around the same time. Panayiotou is accused of … [Read more...] about Family support for Panayiotou
Panayiotou to remain in jail until Wednesday
Port Elizabeth - Jayde Panayiotou's husband Christopher, accused of master-minding the beloved teacher's murder, spent Thursday in court complaining about the conditions in holding cells. During his bail application in the Port Elizabeth Magistrate's Court, his lawyer Terry Price said the conditions in the holding cells at St Alban's prison were "despicable" and were against the Constitution and the Correctional Services Act. Before the affidavit for his application for bail was read out, … [Read more...] about Panayiotou to remain in jail until Wednesday
Husband to apply for bail today
Port Elilzabeth - Christopher Panayiotou, the husband of abducted and murdered Port Elizabeth school teach Jayde Panayiotou will appear in the Port Elizabeth Magistrate's Court on Thursday for an attempt at being released on bail. Jayde Panayiotou, 29, was reported missing after she disappeared while waiting outside their home in Kabeha Park for her lift to Riebeeck Park High School on Tuesday, April 21. She was found dead on the outskirts of the Kwanobuhle township in Uitenhage the … [Read more...] about Husband to apply for bail today
NPA to oppose Panayiotou bail application
Port Elizabeth - The husband of murdered teacher Jayde Panayiotou will be applying for bail on Thursday. Christopher Panayiotou's attorney, Alwyn Grievenow, confirmed on Monday that he would be bringing a bail application on behalf of his client. National Prosecuting Authority spokesperson, Velekhaya Mgobhozi, said the NPA will be opposing the bail application. Panayiotou, 28, is one of three people arrested for the murder of his wife. He is facing charges of conspiracy to commit … [Read more...] about NPA to oppose Panayiotou bail application
Panayiotou on suicide watch
Port Elizabeth - Christopher Panayiotou, the alleged mastermind behind the murder of his wife Jayde, is on 24-hour watch for fear he might try to commit suicide. Panayiotou, 28, is awaiting trial at St Albans prison in Port Elizabeth, reported Netwerk24 . If he is refused bail, he will continue to await trial at the prison. When it is feared that detainees might try to harm themselves, they are not allowed matches with them as they might try to set their mattress on fire, according to the … [Read more...] about Panayiotou on suicide watch
Teacher Murder suspect says he was ‘beaten’
Port Elizabeth - A third suspect who appeared in court on Tuesday in connection with the murder of teacher Jayde Panayiotou, claimed his swollen right eye was due to a police beating. Sizwezakhe Vumazonke, 30, appeared briefly before magistrate Jan van der Westhuizen in the Port Elizabeth Magistrates Court. Vumazonke, who did not have legal representation, was arrested on Sunday in New Brighton. He appeared wearing a blue jacket and jeans, with his right eye visibly swollen. When asked … [Read more...] about Teacher Murder suspect says he was ‘beaten’
Third murder suspect to appear today
Port Elizabeth - A third person arrested in connection with the murder of teacher Jayde Panayiotou will appear in the Port Elizabeth Magistrate's Court on Tuesday. Brigadier Marinda Mills confirmed the man was arrested in New Brighton on Sunday. The news followed the appearance of Panayiotou's husband in the same court on Monday morning. Christopher Panayiotou, 28, made a brief appearance and was told he faced charges of kidnapping, robbery and murder, as well as conspiracy to kill his … [Read more...] about Third murder suspect to appear today
3rd Suspect in Jayde Panayiotou murder arrested in New Brighton
Port Elizabeth- A third suspect has been arrested in connection with the murder of teacher Jayde Panayiotou, Eastern Cape police confirmed on Monday. Brigadier Marinda Mills confirmed the man was arrested in New Brighton on Sunday and would appear in the Port Elizabeth Magistrate's Court on Tuesday. The news followed the appearance of Jayde Panayiotou's husband, Christopher in the same court on Monday morning. Christopher Panayiotou, 28, made a brief appearance and was told he faced … [Read more...] about 3rd Suspect in Jayde Panayiotou murder arrested in New Brighton
Christopher Panayiotou officially charged with murder
Port Elizabeth - The husband of teacher Jayde Panayiotou made a brief appearance in the Port Elizabeth Magistrate’s Court on Monday morning, and heard he had been officially charged with her murder. Christopher Panayiotou, 28, faces charges of kidnapping, robbing and killing her, as well as conspiracy to kill her. Wearing a black suit and open shirt, he appeared quiet and reserved. The court postponed the matter to June 19 for further investigation. He would remain in custody until … [Read more...] about Christopher Panayiotou officially charged with murder
