Cape Town – Tiffany Nicole Meek, accused of murdering her 11-year-old son Jayden-Lee Meek, was denied bail by the Roodepoort Magistrate’s Court on Tuesday.
The court found that she poses a risk to justice, citing inconsistencies in her statements and evidence suggesting she tried to mislead investigators.
Jayden-Lee’s body was found on 14 May at their Fleurhof complex after being reported missing the previous day.
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The Roodepoort Magistrates Court has denied bail to Tiffany Meek, the Fleurhof mother charged with the murder of her 11-year-old son, Jayden-Lee Meek. pic.twitter.com/9DEOdDJ0rX— SABC News (@SABCNews) July 29, 2025
The magistrate noted Meek’s failure to mention a 4am return to the flat and raised concerns about her delay in reporting her son missing.
Meek remains in custody and faces charges including murder and obstruction of justice.
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Compiled by Betha Madhomu