Pistorius back in court for sentencing

October 14, 2014 13:11

With Judge Thokozile Masipa in the courtroom, the second day of Oscar Pistorius's sentencing hearing begins. The athlete's manager Peet van Zyl will be cross-examined by state prosecutor Gerrie Nel. The former Paralympian, known as 'Blade Runner' was found guilty of the culpable homicide - equivalent to manslaughter - of his girlfriend Reeva Steenkamp last month.

On Monday, correctional services social worker had said that Pistorius should serve three years of partial house arrest and community service.

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