http://mybroadband.co.za/vb/showthread.php?t=105808&page=6
Seems that he may have been more in the wrong than her.
I wonder if alcohol tests were ever performed.
All I am saying is that this should have been tested in a court of law.
Now we will never know.
Really sad state of affairs.
http://www.ashleycallie.co.za/?p=43
"mandla m says: february 14th, 2009 at 2:33 pm
With 5 witnesses stating Pretorius was negligent and the cause of the fateful accident - Surely they should be given a voice before the Court chooses to withdraw the charges? Surely this is a perfect opportunity for our Prosecuting Authority to prove their capability and intent in protecting law abiding drivers on our roads.
Let’s be clear about one thing…. a withdrawal of charges does not prove innocence. Pretorius may simply be another accused who has ’struck it lucky’ as a result of an inefficient, overloaded, and as a result indifferent, legal system and process.
Several questions come to mind:
Why did Pretorius’ “friends” not stand by him and support him through his “ordeal”? Could it possibly be that their consciences would not allow them to publicly support and be associated with a flawed action, and contradict the facts that lie deep within their hearts. Actions speak volumes.
Why was Pretorius the only person on the accident scene that night, who point blank refused to give a statement to the police investigating the accident, despite the investigating officers’ numerous attempts to encourage him to do so? Surely an innocent driver would be only too happy to cooperate with authorities in presenting his version of events, and ensure the facts of the accident were recorded. And yet, despite his refusal in giving a formal statement, Pretorius still feels entitled to make accusatory statements in the media about someone who is not present to respond.
Why was Ashley’s vehicle in the oncoming traffic lane at the time of the collision? As per sworn witness statements, more than one vehicle at the intersection was forced to take EVASIVE ACTION in order to avoid the Red Renault which entered the intersection at a very high speed, swerving out of control and heading in their direction. Unfortunately, Ashley fatefully chose the wrong direction to move in, to avoid the Renault.
Why are we not raising a society where we teach our youth to be responsible and accountable for their actions, and openly support them in facing the consequences which are due to them? Why do we collectively ignore, thereby condoning, an evidently overloaded and inefficient investigative and legal system which is unable to protect our people? Why do we find ourselves taking advantage of the gaps, instead of closing them?
It is a sad day for innocent victims of reckless and negligent drivers, past and present. It is a sad day for individuals who are investing their hopes in receiving a free and fair trial within a competent and efficient legal system. It is a sad day for Honesty, Honour and Accountability.
- Mandla."
Good points if they are true.
