News24 | Parole board gives Donovan Moodley’s early release the thumbs up
Donovan Moodley, convicted for Leigh Matthews' 2004 abduction and murder, served over 20 years; parole decision now awaits ministerial approval amid family opposition.
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Leigh Matthews killer Donovan Moodley could soon walk free
Convicted killer Donovan Moodley, who is serving a life sentence for the 2004 murder of Bond University student Leigh Matthews, could soon walk free after the Correctional Supervision and Parole Board approved his release on Monday. However, the final decision now lies with the Minister of Justice and Correctional Services. Donovan Moodley has served just over 20 years behind bars. In August 2005, he was sentenced to life imprisonment for murder…
Donovan Moodley Granted Parole in Leigh Matthews Murder Case
The Correctional Supervision and Parole Board has approved the parole release of Donovan Moodley, who abducted and murdered university student Leigh Matthews in 2004. Moodley, who was convicted for the brutal crime that shocked the nation, has served over 15 years of his sentence. His release on parole comes after extensive review by the board, which considered factors including his behaviour in prison, rehabilitation progress, and risk assessme…
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