Niggies
An Afrikaans drama series based on the double murders in 1965 of Issie Fourie and Petro Nel in the Free State province town of Odendaalsrus who were both abducted and murdered. Issie's brother, André decided to bring the perpetrator to justice - something that took 18 years.
Overview
An Afrikaans drama series based on the double murders in 1965 of Issie Fourie and Petro Nel in the Free State province town of Odendaalsrus who were both abducted and murdered. Issie's brother, André decided to bring the perpetrator to justice - something that took 18 years.
Roelof Storm
Creator / EP
Willem Schalk van der Merwe
Producer
Episodes
1. Lê die Velde in Sterlig en Skade
On a perfectly ordinary day in January 1966 at Odendaalsrus, two cousins go swimming at the municipal swimming pool. By dusk they are still not home, and a large-scale search is launched.
2. Ons Mense
The family and community are deeply shocked by the horrific events. Issie's brother feels responsible for the tragedy. The local police station is not up to the task of investigating the case.
3. Voor die Regterstoel
Captain At van Wyk leads the investigation. The nieces are buried, and André swears an oath to catch the culprit. A family member is brought in for questioning.
