Several eyewitnesses are set to testify on the alleged murder of 28-year-old Bafana Mgwadleka. (Supplied)
A Soweto couple accused of torturing and murdering their daughter’s boyfriend were left without legal counsel during their court proceedings on Wednesday.
Lawyer Malose Phokoane withdrew from representing Lerato Portia Mthembu, 45, and her husband, Modise Ishmael Mthembu, 46.
A source close to the investigation told News24 that Phokoane was concerned about the overwhelming evidence against the Mthembus.
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