After a long trial and sentencing hearing, paralympian -Oscar Pistorius has been thrown into prison for 5 years today for killing his model girlfriend Reeva Steenkamp.
Judge Thokozile Masipa during the sentencing few minutes ago said; “Having regard to the circumstances in the matter, I am of the view that a non-custodial sentence would send the wrong message to the community,”
“On the other hand, a long sentence would also not be appropriate either, as it would lack the element of mercy” she said.
The 27-year-old, who was found guilty of culpable homicide last month, gave little visible reaction as the sentence was handed down.