South African rapist in bid to block Netflix documentary about his life
Summary
A South African man named Thabo Bester, known as the "Facebook rapist," is trying to stop Netflix from releasing a documentary about his life. The film covers his crimes, alleged prison escape, and life on the run. Netflix plans to release the documentary globally, and the High Court will rule on the case shortly before its release.Key Facts
- Thabo Bester, known as the "Facebook rapist," lured victims through social media.
- He was convicted in 2012 for the rape and murder of his girlfriend and for other rapes and robberies.
- Bester allegedly escaped a maximum security prison in 2022 by faking his death.
- He was on the run for a year before being arrested in Tanzania in 2023.
- Bester's lawyers claim the documentary affects his right to a fair trial and is defamatory.
- Netflix defends the documentary, stating it gives victims a platform to speak.
- The High Court is set to rule on whether the documentary can be released globally.
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