When someone commits murder, the majority of times they’re sentenced to life in prison. But, when you’re a celebrity or an influencer, it seems as though you get off a bit easier than the average Joe. In 2013, Oscar Pistorius shot and killed his girlfriend, Reeva Steenkamp. According to Pistorius, he thought Steenkamp was “an intruder” and shot her four times through a closed door. He was originally charged with manslaughter, but, in 2015 the ruling was overturned to just a murder conviction. This meant that he could have a parole hearing as early as 2019 – which, is pretty lenient with a murder charge. Anyone with a half a brain would know that the sentence was not fit for the charge, at all.
Now, Pistorius’ prison sentence has been extended to 13 years and five months after South Africa’s Supreme Court of Appeals intervened.
Just in: Oscar Pistorius jail sentence for murder of Reeva Steenkamp has been increased to 13yrs.
prosecution had appealed against his 6yr sentence.
Supreme Court this morning said shld have been 15yrs, as he's served 2 it will now be 13.— Samira Sawlani (@samirasawlani) November 24, 2017
The Supreme Court stated Pistorius “displays a lack of remorse, and does not appreciate the gravity of his actions.” And, honestly, he probably did, knowing that he got off so easy on murder charges. While Pistorius may have been an inspirational athlete being a Paralympic champion and record-breaker, it does not overweigh the seriousness of his crimes and bring peace to Reeva’s family. Now, people are finally happy that he got the rightful sentence he deserves.
good, I'm glad for Reeva's family. and I'm now remembering how truly brilliant Gerrie Nel was throughout the case. https://t.co/Khcx41jjzg
— Rossalyn Warren (@RossalynWarren) November 24, 2017
I am desperately upset to hear that Oscar Pistorius' jail sentence has been increased ???????????????????????????????????#OscarPistorius
— Mrs Trellis (@theonlywayisup) November 24, 2017
Finally @OscarPistorius gets the sentence he deserved! No matter what happened that night he killed her he deserves the full sentence of 15 years
— Chris Healey (@HealeyHb) November 24, 2017
Oscar Pistorius's sentence increased to more than 13 years …. a blessing #BlackFriday
— Mandla Nhleko (@Mgilija5) November 24, 2017
Oops Oscar Pistorius is going to spend bit more time in prison, 13 years and 5 months in total now! He’s own fault by ruining he’s career #stupid
— Brad Gauntlett (@BradG90) November 24, 2017
Other people thought the sentence was still not long enough.
Glad to see Oscar Pistorius getting his jail term doubled. Still not long enough but the original 6 years was a disgrace. #BladeRunnerKiller
— Craig Mutch (@_THEDOT_) November 24, 2017
Oscar Pistorius still isn’t getting what he deserves. 13 years for murder. We wouldn’t stand for it here so why are we standing for it there. #HerNameWasReevaSteenkamp
— Martha Barr (@indoorfoxes) November 24, 2017
And YES, he deserves to stay on in jail.
This has been a complete mockery of justice…#Oscarpistorius played the courts, played the emotions, hired #BellPottinger bots and is now #Thevictim after his ranging lunacy.
MIN 15 years!
Thanks, lil Miss kati Xxx https://t.co/Q2uOVSDRly
— Oscar RUNS on Stumps (@Truth2Come) November 20, 2017
HE DESERVES LIFE BUT THIS WILL DO FOR NOW. #OscarPistorius pic.twitter.com/RpKilECDb0
— lucy dawson (@ludawinthesky) November 24, 2017
#OscarPistorius knew exactly what he was doing and deserves every day and more behind bars
— Fancy Pants (@dburner13) November 24, 2017
Oscar Pistorius sentence increased to 13 years and 5 months. I think it should be at least 25 however I'm not knowledgeable on SA law but nevertheless, Good. He deserves it.
— Drew (@JustRollinOn86) November 24, 2017
Oscar Pistorius is a murderer and deserves to be in jail for a loooong time… but the South African criminal justice system terrifies me
— Robin Hitchcock (@HitchDied) November 24, 2017