Stanfield and wife reunite in court, plead not guilty as Western Cape gang mega-trial begins

Author: Ethan van DiemenPublished on: October 19, 2026Country: South Africa

Crime & Law

Stanfield and wife reunite in court, plead not guilty as Western Cape gang mega-trial begins

The mega-trial involving gangs in the Western Cape has begun, with Stanfield and his wife appearing together in court. Both pleaded not guilty. The available article text provides no further details about the charges or the hearing.

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