PRETORIA, Sudáfrica (AP) — El astro paralímpico Oscar Pistorius se tapó el rostro con las manos y sollozó el viernes en la corte, mientras la fiscalía anunció que lo acusará de asesinato premeditado por la muerte de su novia modelo.
La fiscalía radicó un cargo de asesinato en el Tribunal de Pretoria por la muerte de Reeva Steenkamp, una modelo y participante en un reality show. La mujer de 30 años recibió varios disparos y falleció en la casa de Pistorius el jueves por la mañana.
El fiscal Gerrie Nel dijo el viernes en corte que el caso fue un asesinato premeditado, y agregó que la fiscalía radicará esa acusación más grave.
Steenkamp murió por varios disparos el Día de San Valentín en la casa de Pistorius, ubicada en una comunidad de acceso controlado en un suburbio de Pretoria, la capital de Sudáfrica.
Después de la audiencia, la familia de Pistorius y sus representantes en Londres emitieron un comunicado en el que disputan la acusación criminal contra el atleta de 26 años.
"El presunto asesinato es disputado en los términos más enérgicos", señala el comunicado, que no entra en detalles.
Dice que Pistorius quiere "enviarle sus condolencias más profundas a la familia de Reeva".
"También quiere expresar su gratitud a través de nosotros por todos los mensajes de respaldo que ha recibido — pero, como hemos dicho, nuestros pensamientos y oraciones deben ser para Reeva y su familia — sin importar las circunstancias de esta tragedia tan terrible", señala el documento.
Algunos que conocen a Pistorius, incluyendo una ex novia, también opinaron en las redes sociales.
Trish Taylor, padre de la ex novia de Pistorius, Samantha Taylor, escribió en Facebook: "Estoy tan feliz porque Sammy está segura y fuera de las garras de ese hombre".
Pero otra ex novia, Jenna Edkins, defendió a Pistorius el viernes en mensajes en Twitter.
"Lo único que digo es que lo dejen hablar, que dejen que cuente su historia sin llegar a conclusiones", tuiteó Edkins. Le ofreció su "amor y respaldo" a la familia Pistorius, y escribió: "Salí con Oscar intermitentemente durante 5 AÑOS, Y NI UNA SOLA VEZ él JAMÁS me levantó un dedo o me hizo temer por mi vida".
Los fiscales dijeron el viernes que argumentarán que el atleta —el primero sin piernas que corre en unos Juegos Olímpicos— había planificado el asesinato de Steenkamp.
Los sudafricanos todavía tratan de asimilar la noticia de que una figura nacional, fuente de inspiración y ejemplo para personas con discapacidades físicas en todo el mundo, enfrenta acusaciones por matar a su novia.
Pistorius ocultó el rostro en sus manos y estalló en llanto en su primera audiencia en el tribunal de Pretoria. El magistrado Desmond Nasir retrasó la audiencia de fianza hasta el martes y miércoles, y decidió que el corredor permanezca detenido hasta entonces en una estación de la policía de Pretoria. La policía ha dicho que se opone a que pueda salir libre bajo fianza.
Un serio Pistorius entró a la sala vestido con un traje gris y corbata azul, e inicialmente parecía tranquilo. Luego empezó a llorar, y su hermano Carl le puso una mano sobre el hombro. El padre de Pistorius, Henke, estaba en el tribunal, y después también se acercó a él para consolarlo.
Más de 100 personas se congregaron en la Sala de Justicia C en el Juzgado de Paz de Pretoria, incluidos decenas de fotógrafos y camarógrafos. Nasir decidió que no se permitirán grabaciones del juicio.
La policía dijo el viernes que ya se realizó la autopsia al cuerpo de Steenkamp, pero no se divulgarán sus resultados. Las autoridades indicaron que la víctima recibió cuatro disparos, y que encontraron una pistola 9 milímetros dentro de la casa.
Pistorius hizo historia el año pasado en los Juegos Olímpicos de Londres cuando se convirtió en el primer atleta de pista con doble amputación que compite en esa justa. No ganó medalla, pero avanzó a las semifinales de 400 metros y a la final de relevo 4X400.
Sin embargo, la policía insinuó que Pistorius tenía problemas en su vida privada, y que había protagonizado incidentes domésticos.___
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Imray reportó desde Johannesburgo. La periodista de The Associated Press Michelle Faul contribuyó a esta historia.
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Olympic athlete, Oscar Pistorius , in court Friday Feb. 22, 2013 in Pretoria, South Africa, for his bail hearing charged with the shooting death of his girlfriend, Reeva Steenkamp. The defense and prosecution both completed their arguments with the magistrate soon to rule if the double-amputee athlete can be freed before trial or if he must stay behind bars pending trial. (AP Photo)
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Olympic athlete, Oscar Pistorius , in court Friday Feb. 22, 2013 in Pretoria, South Africa, for his bail hearing charged with the shooting death of his girlfriend, Reeva Steenkamp. The defense and prosecution both completed their arguments with the magistrate soon to rule if the double-amputee athlete can be freed before trial or if he must stay behind bars pending trial. (AP Photo)
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Olympic athlete, Oscar Pistorius , in court Friday Feb. 22, 2013 in Pretoria, South Africa, for his bail hearing charged with the shooting death of his girlfriend, Reeva Steenkamp. The defense and prosecution both completed their arguments with the magistrate soon to rule if the double-amputee athlete can be freed before trial or if he must stay behind bars pending trial. (AP Photo)
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Olympic athlete, Oscar Pistorius , in court Friday Feb. 22, 2013 in Pretoria, South Africa, for his bail hearing charged with the shooting death of his girlfriend, Reeva Steenkamp. The defense and prosecution both completed their arguments with the magistrate soon to rule if the double-amputee athlete can be freed before trial or if he must stay behind bars pending trial) (AP Photo)
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South African Olympic sprinter Oscar Pistorius's brother Carl (L) and sister Aimee wait on February 22, 2013 at the Magistrate Court in Pretoria. Pistorius battled to secure bail as he appeared on charges of murdering his model girlfriend Reeva Steenkamp on February 14, Valentine's Day. South African prosecutors will argue that Pistorius is guilty of premeditated murder in Steenkamp's death, a charge which could carry a life sentence. Pistorius denies the charge, saying that he shot 29-year-old Steenkamp repeatedly through a locked bathroom door in the dead of night by accident, having mistaken her for a burglar. AFP PHOTO / ALEXANDER JOE (Photo credit should read ALEXANDER JOE/AFP/Getty Images)
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South African Olympic sprinter Oscar Pistorius is pictured at the Magistrate Court in Pretoria on February 22, 2013. Pistorius battled to secure bail as he appeared on charges of murdering his model girlfriend Reeva Steenkamp on February 14, Valentine's Day. South African prosecutors will argue that Pistorius is guilty of premeditated murder in Steenkamp's death, a charge which could carry a life sentence. Pistorius denies the charge, saying that he shot 29-year-old Steenkamp repeatedly through a locked bathroom door in the dead of night by accident, having mistaken her for a burglar. AFP PHOTO / ALEXANDER JOE (Photo credit should read ALEXANDER JOE/AFP/Getty Images)
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South African Olympic sprinter Oscar Pistorius' coach Ampie Louw is pictured on February 22, 2013 at the Magistrate Court in Pretoria. Pistorius battled to secure bail as he appeared on charges of murdering his model girlfriend Reeva Steenkamp on February 14, Valentine's Day. South African prosecutors will argue that Pistorius is guilty of premeditated murder in Steenkamp's death, a charge which could carry a life sentence. Pistorius denies the charge, saying that he shot 29-year-old Steenkamp repeatedly through a locked bathroom door in the dead of night by accident, having mistaken her for a burglar. AFP PHOTO / ALEXANDER JOE (Photo credit should read ALEXANDER JOE/AFP/Getty Images)
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South African Olympic sprinter Oscar Pistorius's brother Carl (R) and sister Aimee wait on February 22, 2013 at the Magistrate Court in Pretoria Pistorius battled to secure bail as he appeared on charges of murdering his model girlfriend Reeva Steenkamp on February 14, Valentine's Day. South African prosecutors will argue that Pistorius is guilty of premeditated murder in Steenkamp's death, a charge which could carry a life sentence. Pistorius denies the charge, saying that he shot 29-year-old Steenkamp repeatedly through a locked bathroom door in the dead of night by accident, having mistaken her for a burglar. AFP PHOTO / ALEXANDER JOE (Photo credit should read ALEXANDER JOE/AFP/Getty Images)
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Family members of South African Olympic sprinter Oscar Pistorius appear on February 22, 2013 at the Magistrate Court in Pretoria. Pistorius battled to secure bail as he appeared on charges of murdering his model girlfriend Reeva Steenkamp on February 14, Valentine's Day. South African prosecutors will argue that Pistorius is guilty of premeditated murder in Steenkamp's death, a charge which could carry a life sentence. Pistorius denies the charge, saying that he shot 29-year-old Steenkamp repeatedly through a locked bathroom door in the dead of night by accident, having mistaken her for a burglar. AFP PHOTO / ALEXANDER JOE (Photo credit should read ALEXANDER JOE/AFP/Getty Images)
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South African Olympic sprinter Oscar Pistorius appears at the Magistrate Court in Pretoria on February 22, 2013. Pistorius battled to secure bail as he appeared on charges of murdering his model girlfriend Reeva Steenkamp on February 14, Valentine's Day. South African prosecutors will argue that Pistorius is guilty of premeditated murder in Steenkamp's death, a charge which could carry a life sentence. Pistorius denies the charge, saying that he shot 29-year-old Steenkamp repeatedly through a locked bathroom door in the dead of night by accident, having mistaken her for a burglar. AFP PHOTO / ALEXANDER JOE (Photo credit should read ALEXANDER JOE/AFP/Getty Images)
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South African Olympic sprinter Oscar Pistorius appears at the Magistrate Court in Pretoria on February 22, 2013. Pistorius battled to secure bail as he appeared on charges of murdering his model girlfriend Reeva Steenkamp on February 14, Valentine's Day. South African prosecutors will argue that Pistorius is guilty of premeditated murder in Steenkamp's death, a charge which could carry a life sentence. Pistorius denies the charge, saying that he shot 29-year-old Steenkamp repeatedly through a locked bathroom door in the dead of night by accident, having mistaken her for a burglar. AFP PHOTO / ALEXANDER JOE (Photo credit should read ALEXANDER JOE/AFP/Getty Images)
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South African Olympic sprinter Oscar Pistorius' coach Ampie Louw appears on February 22, 2013 at the Magistrate Court in Pretoria. Pistorius battled to secure bail as he appeared on charges of murdering his model girlfriend Reeva Steenkamp on February 14, Valentine's Day. South African prosecutors will argue that Pistorius is guilty of premeditated murder in Steenkamp's death, a charge which could carry a life sentence. Pistorius denies the charge, saying that he shot 29-year-old Steenkamp repeatedly through a locked bathroom door in the dead of night by accident, having mistaken her for a burglar. AFP PHOTO / ALEXANDER JOE (Photo credit should read ALEXANDER JOE/AFP/Getty Images)
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South African Olympic sprinter Oscar Pistorius appears at the Magistrate Court in Pretoria on February 22, 2013. Pistorius battled to secure bail as he appeared on charges of murdering his model girlfriend Reeva Steenkamp on February 14, Valentine's Day. South African prosecutors will argue that Pistorius is guilty of premeditated murder in Steenkamp's death, a charge which could carry a life sentence. Pistorius denies the charge, saying that he shot 29-year-old Steenkamp repeatedly through a locked bathroom door in the dead of night by accident, having mistaken her for a burglar. AFP PHOTO / ALEXANDER JOE (Photo credit should read ALEXANDER JOE/AFP/Getty Images)
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South African Olympic sprinter Oscar Pistorius appears at the Magistrate Court in Pretoria on February 22, 2013. Pistorius battled to secure bail as he appeared on charges of murdering his model girlfriend Reeva Steenkamp on February 14, Valentine's Day. South African prosecutors will argue that Pistorius is guilty of premeditated murder in Steenkamp's death, a charge which could carry a life sentence. Pistorius denies the charge, saying that he shot 29-year-old Steenkamp repeatedly through a locked bathroom door in the dead of night by accident, having mistaken her for a burglar. AFP PHOTO / ALEXANDER JOE (Photo credit should read ALEXANDER JOE/AFP/Getty Images)
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South African Olympic sprinter Oscar Pistorius appears on February 20, 2013 at the Magistrate Court in Pretoria. Pistorius battled to secure bail as he appeared on charges of murdering his model girlfriend Reeva Steenkamp on February 14, Valentine's Day. South African prosecutors will argue that Pistorius is guilty of premeditated murder in Steenkamp's death, a charge which could carry a life sentence. AFP PHOTO / STEPHANE DE SAKUTIN (Photo credit should read STEPHANE DE SAKUTIN/AFP/Getty Images)
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South African Olympic sprinter Oscar Pistorius appears on February 20, 2013 at the Magistrate Court in Pretoria. Pistorius battled to secure bail as he appeared on charges of murdering his model girlfriend Reeva Steenkamp on February 14, Valentine's Day. South African prosecutors will argue that Pistorius is guilty of premeditated murder in Steenkamp's death, a charge which could carry a life sentence. AFP PHOTO / STEPHANE DE SAKUTIN (Photo credit should read STEPHANE DE SAKUTIN/AFP/Getty Images)
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South African Olympic sprinter Oscar Pistorius appears on February 20, 2013 at the Magistrate Court in Pretoria. Pistorius battled to secure bail as he appeared on charges of murdering his model girlfriend Reeva Steenkamp on February 14, Valentine's Day. South African prosecutors will argue that Pistorius is guilty of premeditated murder in Steenkamp's death, a charge which could carry a life sentence. AFP PHOTO / STEPHANE DE SAKUTIN (Photo credit should read STEPHANE DE SAKUTIN/AFP/Getty Images)
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The brother and father of South African Olympic sprinter Oscar Pistorius, Carl (L) and Henke, speak on February 20, 2013 at the Magistrate Court in Pretoria. Pistorius battled on February 20 for a second day to secure bail as he appeared on charges of murdering his model girlfriend Reeva Steenkamp on February 14, Valentine's Day. South African prosecutors will argue that Pistorius is guilty of premeditated murder in Steenkamp's death, a charge which could carry a life sentence. AFP PHOTO / STEPHANE DE SAKUTIN (Photo credit should read STEPHANE DE SAKUTIN/AFP/Getty Images)
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The brother and sister of South African Olympic sprinter Oscar Pistorius, Aimee (L) and Carl (C), sit on February 20, 2013 at the Magistrate Court in Pretoria. Pistorius battled on February 20 for a second day to secure bail as he appeared on charges of murdering his model girlfriend Reeva Steenkamp on February 14, Valentine's Day. South African prosecutors will argue that Pistorius is guilty of premeditated murder in Steenkamp's death, a charge which could carry a life sentence. AFP PHOTO / STEPHANE DE SAKUTIN (Photo credit should read STEPHANE DE SAKUTIN/AFP/Getty Images)
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The brother and sister of South African Olympic sprinter Oscar Pistorius, Aimee (L) and Carl (C), sit on February 20, 2013 at the Magistrate Court in Pretoria. Pistorius battled on February 20 for a second day to secure bail as he appeared on charges of murdering his model girlfriend Reeva Steenkamp on February 14, Valentine's Day. South African prosecutors will argue that Pistorius is guilty of premeditated murder in Steenkamp's death, a charge which could carry a life sentence. AFP PHOTO / STEPHANE DE SAKUTIN (Photo credit should read STEPHANE DE SAKUTIN/AFP/Getty Images)
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(From L) Aimee Pistorius, Carl Pistorius and Henke Pistorius attend the appearance of their brother and son South African Olympic sprinter Oscar Pistorius on February 20, 2013 at the Magistrate Court in Pretoria. Pistorius battled to secure bail as he appeared on charges of murdering his model girlfriend Reeva Steenkamp on February 14, Valentine's Day. South African prosecutors will argue that Pistorius is guilty of premeditated murder in Steenkamp's death, a charge which could carry a life sentence. AFP PHOTO / STEPHANE DE SAKUTIN (Photo credit should read STEPHANE DE SAKUTIN/AFP/Getty Images)
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South African Olympic sprinter Oscar Pistorius appears on February 19, 2013 at the Magistrate Court in Pretoria. Pistorius battled to secure bail as he appeared on charges of murdering his model girlfriend Reeva Steenkamp on February 14, Valentine's Day. South African prosecutors will argue that Pistorius is guilty of premeditated murder in Steenkamp's death, a charge which could carry a life sentence. AFP PHOTO / STEPHANE DE SAKUTIN (Photo credit should read STEPHANE DE SAKUTIN/AFP/Getty Images)
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South African Olympic sprinter Oscar Pistorius appears on February 19, 2013 at the Magistrate Court in Pretoria. Pistorius battled to secure bail as he appeared on charges of murdering his model girlfriend Reeva Steenkamp on February 14, Valentine's Day. South African prosecutors will argue that Pistorius is guilty of premeditated murder in Steenkamp's death, a charge which could carry a life sentence. AFP PHOTO / STEPHANE DE SAKUTIN (Photo credit should read STEPHANE DE SAKUTIN/AFP/Getty Images)
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South African Olympic sprinter Oscar Pistorius (C) appears on February 19, 2013 at the Magistrate Court in Pretoria as he father Henke (2nd L) and brother Carl (L) attend. Pistorius battled to secure bail as he appeared on charges of murdering his model girlfriend Reeva Steenkamp on February 14, Valentine's Day. South African prosecutors will argue that Pistorius is guilty of premeditated murder in Steenkamp's death, a charge which could carry a life sentence. AFP PHOTO / STEPHANE DE SAKUTIN (Photo credit should read STEPHANE DE SAKUTIN/AFP/Getty Images)
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South African athlete Oscar Pistorius reacts, in court in Pretoria, South Africa, Friday, Feb 15, 2013, at his bail hearing in the murder case of his girlfriend Reeva Steenkamp. Pistorius was formally charged at Pretoria Magistrates Court with one count of murder after his girlfriend, Reeva Steenkamp, a model and budding reality TV show participant, was shot multiple times and killed at Pistorius' upmarket home in the predawn hours of Thursday. (AP Photo/Antione de Ras - Independent Newspapers Ltd South Africa-Star) SOUTH AFRICA OUT. NO MAGS
Oscar Pistorius
South African athlete Oscar Pistorius reacts, in court in Pretoria, South Africa, Friday, Feb 15, 2013, at his bail hearing in the murder case of his girlfriend Reeva Steenkamp. Pistorius was formally charged at Pretoria Magistrates Court with one count of murder after his girlfriend, Reeva Steenkamp, a model and budding reality TV show participant, was shot multiple times and killed at Pistorius' upmarket home in the predawn hours of Thursday. (AP Photo/Antione de Ras - Independent Newspapers Ltd South Africa-Star) SOUTH AFRICA OUT. NO MAGS
Olympic athlete Oscar Pistorius's brother Carl Pistorius, left, with their father Henke Pistorius, right, after his bail application appearance, at the magistrate court in Pretoria, South Africa, Friday, Feb. 15, 2013. Pistorius was formally charged at Pretoria Magistrates Court with one count of murder after his girlfriend, Reeva Steenkamp, a model and budding reality TV show participant, was shot multiple times and killed at Pistorius' upmarket home in the predawn hours of Thursday. (AP Photo/Themba Hadebe)
Oscar Pistorius
Oscar Pistorius, centre, is led from the Boschkop police station east of Pretoria, en route to court, Friday Feb. 15, 2012. Oscar Pistorius arrived at a courthouse Friday, for his bail hearing in the murder case of his girlfriend as South Africans braced themselves for the latest development in a story that has stunned the country. The Paralympic superstar was earlier seen leaving a police station in a dark suit with a charcoal gray jacket covering his head as he got into a police vehicle. Model Reeva Steenkamp was shot and killed at Pistorius' upmarket home in an eastern suburb of the South African capital in the predawn hours of Thursday. (AP Photo)
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South Africa's Olympic sprinter Oscar Pistorius (R) hides his face in his hands in the court room during his hearing on charge of murdering his model girlfriend Reeva Steenkamp on Valentine's Day on February 15, 2013 at the Magistrate Court in Pretoria. South African prosecutors will argue that Pistorius is guilty of premeditated murder in Steenkamp's death, a charge which could carry a life sentence. AFP PHOTO/ Antoine de Ras=SOUTH AFRICA OUT= (Photo credit should read Antoine de Ras/AFP/Getty Images)
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South Africa's Olympic sprinter Oscar Pistorius (R) buries his face in his hands in the court room during his hearing on charge of murdering his model girlfriend Reeva Steenkamp on Valentine's Day on February 15, 2013 at the Magistrate Court in Pretoria. South African prosecutors will argue that Pistorius is guilty of premeditated murder in Steenkamp's death, a charge which could carry a life sentence. AFP PHOTO/ Antoine de Ras =SOUTH AFRICA OUT= (Photo credit should read Antoine de Ras/AFP/Getty Images)
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South Africa's Olympic sprinter Oscar Pistorius (C) walks in the court room during his hearing on charge of murdering his model girlfriend Reeva Steenkamp on Valentine's Day on February 15, 2013 at the Magistrate Court in Pretoria. South African prosecutors will argue that Pistorius is guilty of premeditated murder in Steenkamp's death, a charge which could carry a life sentence. AFP PHOTO/ Antoine de Ras =SOUTH AFRICA OUT= (Photo credit should read Antoine de Ras/AFP/Getty Images)
Reeva Steenkamp
Reeva Steenkamp en una foto para Tropika Island
Reeva Steenkamp
Reeva Steenkamp en la portada de la revista FHM
Reeva Steenkamp
CORRECTS THE SPELLING OF REEVA This is an undated portfolio photo supplied by Ice Model Management in Johannesburg of Reeva Steenkamp, during a photo shoot. Paralympic superstar Oscar Pistorius was charged Thursday, Feb. 14, 2013, with the murder of his girlfriend who was shot inside his home in South Africa, a stunning development in the life of a national hero known as the Blade Runner for his high-tech artificial legs. Reeva Steenkamp, a model who spoke out on Twitter against rape and abuse of women, was shot four times in the predawn hours in the home, in a gated community in the capital, Pretoria, police said. (AP Photo/Ice Model Management) EDITORIAL PURPOSE ONLY
Reeva Steenkamp
This is an undated portfolio photo supplied by Ice Model Management in Johannesburg of Reeve Steenkamp, during a photo shoot. Paralympic superstar Oscar Pistorius was charged Thursday, Feb. 14, 2013, with the murder of his girlfriend who was shot inside his home in South Africa, a stunning development in the life of a national hero known as the Blade Runner for his high-tech artificial legs. Reeva Steenkamp, a model who spoke out on Twitter against rape and abuse of women, was shot four times in the predawn hours in the home, in a gated community in the capital, Pretoria, police said. (AP Photo/Ice Model Management) EDITORIAL PURPOSE ONLY
Reeva Steenkamp
CORRECTS THE SPELLING OF REEVA This is an undated portfolio photo supplied by Ice Model Management in Johannesburg of Reeva Steenkamp, during a photo shoot. Paralympic superstar Oscar Pistorius was charged Thursday, Feb. 14, 2013, with the murder of his girlfriend who was shot inside his home in South Africa, a stunning development in the life of a national hero known as the Blade Runner for his high-tech artificial legs. Reeva Steenkamp, a model who spoke out on Twitter against rape and abuse of women, was shot four times in the predawn hours in the home, in a gated community in the capital, Pretoria, police said. (AP Photo/Ice Model Management) EDITORIAL PURPOSE ONLY
Reeva Steenkamp
Reeva Steenkamp in a promo shot for Tropika Island
Reeva Steenkamp
Reeva Steenkamp seen in an image posted to her facebook page
Reeva Steenkamp
JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - FEBRUARY 07: Janine Viljoen attends the Virgin Active Sport Industry Awards 2013 held at Emperors Palace on February 07, 2013 in Johannesburg, South Africa. (Photo by Duif du Toit/Gallo Images/Getty Images)
Reeva Steenkamp
Reeva Steenkamp seen in an image posted to her facebook page
Reeva Steenkamp
Reeva Steenkamp seen in an image posted to her facebook page
Reeva Steenkamp
Reeva Steenkamp seen in an image posted to her twitter page
Reeva Steenkamp
Reeva Steenkamp seen in an image posted to her twitter page
Reeva Steenkamp (LEFT)
Reeva Steenkamp seen in an image posted to her twitter page
Reeva Steenkamp
Reeva Steenkamp seen in an image posted to her twitter page
Reeva Steenkamp
Reeva Steenkamp seen in an image posted to her twitter page
Reeva Steenkamp
Reeva Steenkamp seen in an image posted to her twitter page
Reeva Steenkamp
Reeva Steenkamp seen in an image posted to her twitter page
Reeva Steenkamp (RIGHT)
Reeva Steenkamp seen in an image posted to her twitter page
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Reeva Steenkamp en una foto en twitter
2012 South African Sports Awards - Sandton Convention Centre
Reeva Steenkamp (left) and Oscar Pistorius arrive at the Sandton Convention Centre, Johannesburg, South Africa.
2012 South African Sports Awards - Sandton Convention Centre
Reeva Steenkamp (left) and Oscar Pistorius arrive at the Sandton Convention Centre, Johannesburg, South Africa.
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Agency: Stimulii Executive Producer: Samantha Moon Producer: Graeme Moon Directors: Graeme Moon, Samantha Moon Scriptwriter: Samantha Moon CAST AKA Anver Klasse Da LES Duan Wanty Genevieve Amy Arulappan Jay Anstey Katleho Molai Kefentse Moagi Mario Ogle Mbali Ngaleka Pearl Thusi Phuti Khomo Reeva Steenkamp Sinethemba Buthelezi HOSTS DJ Fresh Rosina Casserly Tropika Island of Treasure 5 on SABC1 "Mzansi Fo Sho" Saturdays 18:30. Starting 16 February 2013
PORT ELIZABETH, SOUTH AFRICA: Reeva Steenkamp in Johannesburg, South Africa. (Photo by Mike Holmes/The Herald/Gallo Images/Getty Images)
PORT ELIZABETH, SOUTH AFRICA: Reeva Steenkamp in Johannesburg, South Africa. (Photo by Mike Holmes/The Herald/Gallo Images/Getty Images)
PORT ELIZABETH, SOUTH AFRICA: Reeva Steenkamp in Johannesburg, South Africa. (Photo by Mike Holmes/The Herald/Gallo Images/Getty Images)
PORT ELIZABETH, SOUTH AFRICA: Reeva Steenkamp in Johannesburg, South Africa. (Photo by Mike Holmes/The Herald/Gallo Images/Getty Images)
Frankie Boyle
The tragedy is that if Oscar Pistorius had no arms, this would never have happened
SportsCenter
BREAKING: Oscar Pistorius, Olympic double-amputee runner arrested. Police say he shot and killed a woman at his home in South Africa.
Yasmin Jaouane
RT @kelkulus: Oscar Pistorius has apparently shot and killed his girlfriend. Nike should probably drop this ad… http://t.co/HUKLowwX
Mojoyoyo
RT @Gobierno_Espana: Pistorius está dando pie a muchos chistes.
Lauren Edwards
Pistorius apparently mistakes his girlfriend for a burglar? are you serious? #asif #comeoffit
SHANELL RAYGOZA
Can't believe I found this particular http://t.co/k5kAKzOs #HappyValentinesDay Oscar Pistorius
Nico Ernst
RT @revogt: Der an beiden Beinen amputierte Sportler Pistorious wird möglicherweise gegen Kaution auf freien Fuss [sic!] gesetzt http://t.co/HbBlmtxM
Rafizal SmoochieCake
Oscar Pistorius - an inspiring person that he compete @ the Olympics despite his disability but his mistake turns him into the worst person.
Marco Zatta
RT @NDJ_Official: Sad news about Paralympic star Oscar Pistorius today. Inspiration for many disabled athletes. Prayers are with both families
Dee X Gay
Love my job I laughed so hard I almost peed my pAnts and laughed till I cried! Oscar Pistorius http://t.co/bIjtCcpA
Umar Wilshere
Heartbreaking news about Oscar Pistorius and his girlfriend. Hope she rests in peace. Such a horrible story.
Daniel Kaiser
Lance Armstrong, Pistorius... La se vão os grandes nomes
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AP | Por Por JON GAMBRELL y GERALD IMRAY Publicado: 15/02/2013 05:24 EST | Actualizado: 15/02/2013 14:02 EST