Oscar pistorius latest news

Oscar Pistorius, the former South African Olympic and Paralympic athlete, has been in the news recently due to his ongoing legal battles and prison sentence. Here are some of the latest updates:

Prison Sentence: Pistorius was sentenced to 13 years and five months in prison in July 2016 for the murder of his girlfriend, Reeva Steenkamp, in 2013. He was initially convicted of culpable homicide, but the conviction was later upgraded to murder after a successful appeal by the state.

Appeal: In November 2020, Pistorius's legal team filed an appeal against his murder conviction, arguing that the trial was unfair and that there were errors in the prosecution's case. The appeal is still pending.

Parole: In August 2020, Pistorius was denied parole after serving just over six years of his sentence. He was told that he would have to serve at least 13 years and five months before being eligible for parole again.

Prison Conditions: In October 2020, it was reported that Pistorius was being held in a single cell at the Atteridgeville Correctional Centre in Pretoria, South Africa. He was said to be living a relatively comfortable life in prison, with access to a TV, radio, and a library.

Rehabilitation: In November 2020, it was reported that Pistorius was undergoing rehabilitation therapy in prison to address his anger issues and to help him become a better person. He was also said to be participating in educational programs and counseling sessions.

Release Date: Pistorius is currently serving his sentence until at least 2027, when he will be eligible for parole again. However, it's possible that he could be released earlier if he is granted parole or if his sentence is reduced on appeal.

It's worth noting that Pistorius's legal team has been working to reduce his sentence and secure his release from prison. However, the South African justice system is complex, and it's unclear when or if Pistorius will be released from prison.