Pistorius charge reduces chance of bail

A South African Magistrate has ruled that Oscar Pistorius will face a premeditated murder charge, which means his bail application will be more difficult.

Pistorius charge reduces chance of bail

A South African Magistrate has ruled that Oscar Pistorius will face a premeditated murder charge, which means his bail application will be more difficult.

Magistrate Desmond Nair ruled that the Olympian's case is a schedule six offence, but he has also indicated that could change, depending on the evidence.

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