Diwali racism case: Durban man 'must be punished accordingly'
Groups of people are calling for justice to be served in the case against Durban resident, Dawie Kriel.
They gathered outside the Durban Magistrates Court where Kriel, who went made offensive comments on Facebook concerning Diwali celebrations last year, is appearing on charges of Crimen Injuria.
In his comments, he referred to members of the Indian and Hindu community as, "devil disciples," saying they should go back to India.
Kriel apologised for his outburst saying the comments were made in anger - as he'd been working with animals affected by the fireworks that night.
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The Hindu Maha Sabha as well as members of the ANC and DA laid charges against him.
Outside court, these people have shared their views about the case.
See scenes outside the Durban Magistrates Court below.
Members of the ANC have gathered outside court in their numbers #DawirKriel pic.twitter.com/DmaQvddE7f
— Nushera Raisa (@nushera) January 27, 2017
Members of tha ANC and DA have gathered in their numbers outside court. #Dawiekriel
— Nushera Raisa (@nushera) January 27, 2017