Murder-accused and paralympian Oscar Pistorius must be sent for mental observation, Judge Thokozile Masipa ruled in the High Court in Pretoria on Wednesday.

"This is not about anyone's convenience but rather about justice being served," she said.

"I am satisfied that a case has been made out for the application, or the relief as sought by the State, and I shall grant that order."...read more here: Oscar Pistorius must be sent for mental observation