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IOL News
5 days ago
- IOL News
Statement regarding article published in October 2019 – "Chatsworth man who scammed pensioners disappears"
The Daily News is committed to fair and responsible journalism. Image: File In October 2019, the Daily News published an article titled 'Chatsworth Man Who Scammed Pensioners Disappears.' The article named Mr. Morgan Govender as the individual who allegedly defrauded 21 pensioners in the Malvern area out of over R50,000, and further reported on a judgment obtained against him for the repayment of R150,000 he had allegedly borrowed. At the time of publication, the Daily News undertook its standard editorial checks and endeavoured to comply with the applicable standards of ethical journalism. The story was published in the belief that it served the public interest, particularly in highlighting concerns raised by vulnerable members of the community. However, Mr. Govender, the plaintiff in the matter, has since raised concerns that he was not afforded an adequate opportunity to respond to the allegations before the article was published. As a responsible media institution, the Daily News takes such concerns seriously. We recognise the importance of the right of reply, especially in stories that may impact an individual's reputation or dignity. Video Player is loading. Play Video Play Unmute Current Time 0:00 / Duration -:- Loaded : 0% Stream Type LIVE Seek to live, currently behind live LIVE Remaining Time - 0:00 This is a modal window. Beginning of dialog window. Escape will cancel and close the window. Text Color White Black Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Background Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Transparent Window Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Transparent Semi-Transparent Opaque Font Size 50% 75% 100% 125% 150% 175% 200% 300% 400% Text Edge Style None Raised Depressed Uniform Dropshadow Font Family Proportional Sans-Serif Monospace Sans-Serif Proportional Serif Monospace Serif Casual Script Small Caps Reset restore all settings to the default values Done Close Modal Dialog End of dialog window. Advertisement Next Stay Close ✕ The Daily News is committed to upholding the highest standards of journalistic integrity and transparency. We operate in accordance with the South African Press Code and our internal editorial policies, which include provisions to ensure fairness, accuracy, and balance in reporting. In light of the concerns raised, the Daily News wishes to offer a sincere and unequivocal apology to Mr. Govender. We confirm that there was no intention to cause harm or act with malice. The omission of Mr. Govender's perspective was not deliberate, and we regret any distress this may have caused him. We remain committed to correcting the record where appropriate and will continue to review and improve our processes to ensure that similar concerns are avoided in the future. Issued by: Editorial Team Daily News
ABC News
7 days ago
- ABC News
Jaye Lee Walton denied bail after being charged with manslaughter of seventh-month-old baby
A father charged over the alleged domestic violence-related death of his seven-month-old son has been remanded in custody. It is alleged 42-year-old Jaye Lee Walton committed the manslaughter of his infant son, Reef Hunter Walton, while they were staying at a campsite at Chatsworth, on the Sunshine Coast, on Saturday morning. Mr Walton appeared via video link in the Ipswich Magistrates Court on Thursday morning. The court heard that a witness had told Mr Walton's partner, Amy Stevenson, that they "saw him throw him in" to a pond at the campsite, north of Gympie. Ms Stevenson also told police a woman at the campsite had approached her and said "the guys are saying they saw him throw him into the water", the court heard. Prosecutor Senior Sergeant Michael Read said police were yet to identify the people who made those claims and were actively searching for more witnesses. The court heard Ms Stevenson found Mr Walton lying asleep near the pond and saw the seven-month-old floating face down about ten metres out in the water. Mr Walton had taken the child to the toilet block half an hour earlier, the court heard. Ms Stevenson jumped into the pond and began performing CPR on her son while paramedics were called. The court heard, Ms Stevenson told police Mr Walton then woke up and was "smiling" and "oblivious" before allegedly fleeing on foot, only returning due to the actions of bystanders. The court was told Mr Walton didn't answer questions from police and consented to a breath test but then failed to take the test. The court also heard that Mr Walton was an alcoholic and had consumed "about four litres" of cask wine on the night before the incident. Ms Stevenson told police Mr Walton had slept in the car with their son, who was teething, so she could get a better night's sleep as she was to be the driver the next day, the prosecutor said. In her statement Ms Stevenson described Mr Walton as a "loving father" who was the child's primary carer. Due to the serious nature of the charges, Mr Walton was required to show cause in order to receive bail, and argue why detention was not justified. Mr Walton's lawyer, Mark Butler, argued the case was one of criminal negligence, but Magistrate Robert Walker said there was a "clear suggestion" more serious charges would follow. In rejecting the bail application, Magistrate Walker said Mr Walton's multiple alcohol-related traffic charges showed he was a danger to the public. Magistrate Walker said Mr Walton was also a danger to himself, and he was remanded in custody. The matter is expected to be heard in the Gympie Magistrates Court on August 4.
The Herald
16-07-2025
- The Herald
Security guard who died while pursuing robbers hailed a hero
A security officer who was shot dead while pursuing three robbery suspects has been hailed a hero. One Stop officer Vikesh Maniram, 39, who was stationed at Nagiah's butchery in unit 2 Chatsworth was killed when he tried to apprehend the suspects, who fled in a taxi after robbing a tote. His distraught mother, Premie Maniram, said she was devastated by her only son's death. 'He left home on the day without saying goodbye, which is something he normally does not do. He was a lovely, joyful child,' said Premie. She said their bond was strong and coming to terms with the loss was not easy. 'It's been heartbreaking. Though I have been getting support from family and friends, when a loved one is gone the loss is unbearable. He died a hero.' She said her son's employees called to give her the grim news. Premie said her son and daughter Reshma Olivier, 36, who is a policewoman, shared a passion for serving the community. A distraught Reshma said she had gone to church and missed calls from her family alerting her to the news. 'I had missed calls from my father and my brother-in-law which preceded a call from one of the managers at One Stop, who eventually told me the tragic news. In retrospect, I don't know if it was good because we would have rushed straight to the crime scene and seen my brother with a bullet through his upper chest. 'My brother made people feel safe. People knew he was helpful and the minute they would see the One Stop security vehicle all their fears would be allayed,' she said. Olivier said she had shared good childhood memories with her brother. Through their work in law enforcement they had also forged a strong bond which involved talking about suspects. 'It was such a common factor. My father too is also a retired policeman and my husband is also in the police force,' she said. One Stop group's spokesperson Maveshin Odayar said Maniram's death had taken a heavy toll on the company. He said Maniram would be remembered for his dedication. 'He was annoyingly dedicated to his job. He was attentive and went beyond the call of duty in exercising his duties,' said Odayar. 'We just have to wait for the law to take its course,' he said. Maniram, who is survived by his 11-year-old daughter and fiancé, will be laid to rest on Wednesday at his home in Newlands East. TimesLIVE
The Herald
13-07-2025
- The Herald
Durban security guard shot dead during robbery
A security guard was shot dead during an alleged robbery in Chatsworth, south of Durban, on Sunday morning. ALS paramedics spokesperson Garrith Jamieson said their crew, together with Amawele medics, responded to a fatal shooting on Lenny Naidoo Drive in Chatsworth just after 9.45am. Paramedics arrived to find there had been an alleged robbery at a store and the security officer, who is believed to have tried to stop the suspects, was shot. He said the man, who was in his forties, sustained gunshot wounds to his chest. 'Unfortunately, there was nothing paramedics could do for him and he was declared deceased on the scene,' said Jamieson. A bystander sustained minor injuries and was stabilised at the scene before being transported to hospital. Police were on the scene and would be investigating further, Jamieson said. . TimesLIVE
BBC News
10-07-2025
- General
- BBC News
Guide dog puppies train at Chatsworth House
Guide dog puppies in training have been walking around the artwork at a Derbyshire stately home. Pets are usually banned from Chatsworth House unless they are assistance dogs, but the puppy trainees were granted special permission to explore the building and its fragile art dog puppies spend the first year of their lives with volunteer 'puppy raisers', who introduce them to busy spaces including high streets, railway stations and Dogs puppy raiser, Bron Rawlings, said training at places like Chatsworth House gives the puppies "experience for their work life and helps them to socialise with people." Managers at Chatsworth granted the puppies and their handlers access to the Painted Hall, State Rooms and the galleries which contain some pieces of artwork which date back more than 4,000 years and can be very Cupitt, Puppy Development Advisor for Guide Dogs said it is important the puppies are exposed to different environments to "help them grow up to become confident guide dogs"."To support this, we try to organise days out for them, similar to school trips, where they can experience new places and learn how to behave well in these settings," Ms Cupitt Firth, Visitor Experience Leader at Chatsworth, said: "It's been a privilege supporting the Guide Dogs team, and we've loved having the puppies come and visit."We very much hope that once they're fully qualified, they'll come back and visit us again with their new owners. Guide Dogs is looking for new puppy raisers and has said it will cover all essential costs and provide full Rawlings, who is training her eighth puppy, said she has learned not to become too attached to her four-legged pupils."You have them with the idea you let them go, so you've got to have that mindset", she added."As much as I love him, he's not my dog and I know he's going to move onto something better. "It's really good fun but it is hard work as you have to be consistent with your training and teach them everything."
