Kelly Sold Joshlin for R20K?! – Day 10 Explosive Courtroom Testimony
The tenth day of the court proceedings in the case of missing six-year-old Joshlin Smith took a dramatic and deeply disturbing turn as explosive testimony alleged that her mother, Kelly Smith, may have sold her daughter for a mere R20,000.
The packed courtroom fell into stunned silence as a state witness revealed details that could change everything the public thought they knew about this heartbreaking case.
According to the witness, whose identity is protected for safety reasons, Kelly was overheard speaking with an alleged sangoma and a third party about an “exchange” involving her daughter.
“She said she needed money — quickly,” the witness stated.
“And I heard her say: ‘They said they’ll give me R20,000 for the girl.’”
The statement, delivered with trembling certainty, sent ripples through the court and triggered an immediate adjournment as legal teams regrouped to respond to the bombshell revelation.
Until now, Kelly Smith had maintained her innocence, presenting herself as a grieving mother desperate to find her missing daughter, who was last seen in late February.
She made public appeals, gave teary interviews, and even joined community searches.
But behind the scenes, investigators were gathering troubling evidence — much of it pointing to inconsistencies in her story and unusual behavior in the days leading up to Joshlin’s disappearance.
The R20,000 allegation, if proven true, would be a shocking betrayal not only to the public but also to the tight-knit community of Saldanha Bay, where Joshlin’s disappearance had sparked mass searches, prayer vigils, and an outpouring of support.
Many in the community had rallied around Kelly at first, offering meals, assistance, and emotional comfort.
But as more layers of the story emerge, that support has quickly turned to suspicion — and in some cases, outrage.
Adding weight to the claims was testimony from another witness who alleged that Kelly had recently come into “a sudden amount of cash,” despite being unemployed.
“She had new clothes, her nails done, and was seen going out more often,” the witness said.
“She told people it was from a family member, but nobody ever saw that person.”
Investigators also confirmed that Kelly’s phone records showed a spike in communication with a known sangoma in the week before Joshlin went missing.
This same sangoma is believed to be under investigation for possible involvement in child trafficking and ritualistic practices — a grim reality that, although rare, still exists in certain parts of the country.
While no money trail has yet been definitively proven, financial records are now being scrutinized.
Police have also seized Kelly’s mobile devices, and forensic teams are combing through deleted messages and encrypted apps in hopes of finding concrete proof of the alleged transaction.
Inside the courtroom, Kelly appeared visibly shaken as the testimony unfolded.
She covered her face, cried quietly, and at one point was seen whispering to her legal counsel while shaking her head in denial.
Her attorney issued a firm statement afterward, insisting that Kelly denies any involvement in selling her daughter and that the witness’s claims are “based on hearsay and speculation.”
However, the judge allowed the testimony to remain on record, citing its potential relevance to the ongoing investigation.
Joshlin’s father, visibly emotional, left the courtroom midway through the session.
Family sources say he is “devastated and confused,” struggling to reconcile the image of the woman he once loved with the allegations being presented.
“He trusted her with their daughter,” a relative shared outside the court.
“If this is true, it’s worse than a nightmare.”
The courtroom was also filled with local residents, many of whom had followed the case closely from the beginning.
Some cried silently during the testimony. Others expressed anger and disbelief.
“I don’t know what to think anymore,” said one neighbor.
“We all supported her. We stood by her. And now we’re hearing this?”
Outside the courthouse, protestors held up signs demanding justice for Joshlin and accountability for those involved in her disappearance.
Some signs read “Where is Joshlin?” and “R20K is not the price of a child.”
There’s a growing call for harsher punishment if the sale is proven, including potential charges related to human trafficking and child endangerment.
As the trial continues, prosecutors say more witnesses will come forward in the coming days, including individuals close to the sangoma allegedly involved.
Police are also pursuing a second suspect believed to have been present during the alleged transaction.
Despite the horrifying nature of the latest developments, one question remains at the heart of this case: Where is Joshlin Smith?
The little girl, whose smiling face has become a symbol of both innocence and tragedy, has yet to be found.
And with each passing day, the urgency to locate her — and uncover the full truth — grows.
Day 10 of the courtroom drama may have raised more questions than it answered, but one thing is certain:
The case is far from over, and the search for Joshlin continues.
Whether Kelly Smith is guilty of what’s been alleged or not, the pain of a missing child remains — and the nation is watching, demanding answers, and hoping for justice.
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