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Weeping Olympian Pistorius Faces Murder Charge In Court

by Gregory Warner, NPR
February 15, 2013

South African sports star Oscar Pistorius broke down in tears when he appeared in court Friday to face a charge of murder in the shooting death of his girlfriend on Valentine's Day. The double amputee is known as the Blade Runner for his athletic prowess on the track.

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  • All Things Considered, February 15, 2013
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