South African mother sentenced to life for selling her 6-year-old daughter
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A South African woman, Racquel 'Kelly' Smith, was sentenced to life in prison for kidnapping and selling her 6-year-old daughter, Joshlin, reportedly for 20,000 rand, with additional sentences for her co-accused. The case drew national attention and highlighted rising child kidnappings in South Africa, with the mother showing no remorse and being found manipulative.
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- Joshlin Smith's mother, Kelly, jailed for kidnapping and selling her in South Africa BBC
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- South African woman sentenced to life for selling six-year-old daughter The Guardian
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