Will Oscar Pistorius Get Bail?

On day three of the Paralympian's bail hearing Prosecuter Gerrie Nel has said that Pistorius has failed to provide exceptional circumstances as to why he should be granted bail. Proceedings have adjourned for further arguments and will continue on Friday.

Oscar Pistorius made history when he joined the men's 400m heats as the first amputee to take part in an Olympics track event.

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