DJ Ribhe, a producer at Chillspot Records, has had his bail hearing postponed to today due to the State’s inability to locate the investigating officer in a timely manner. This is the second postponement, with the initial application made last week. The officer’s testimony is crucial in determining DJ Ribhe’s suitability for bail, as he’s accused of drugging and raping a 14-year-old girl.
The alleged incident occurred when the victim, a Form 2 student and neighbor of DJ Ribhe, visited his home and was later taken to Mashwede Village. Prosecutors claim that DJ Ribhe manipulated her into consuming an unknown substance and smoking shisha, then raped her at his home. The victim regained consciousness the next day and reported the abuse to her father after being found by a search party.
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Justice Regis Dembure allowed the State’s request for a postponement, granting them time to file a written response and ensure the investigating officer’s availability. DJ Ribhe’s lawyer, Advocate Silvester Hashiti, consented to the postponement.
The case highlights the complexities of bail hearings, where the court must balance the defendant’s presumption of innocence with concerns about public safety and the likelihood of their return to court