False. The statement includes subjective language and conclusions, particularly in phrases like “irreparable and far-reaching financial consequences” and “guilty of fraud, embezzlement, assault, or attempted murder.” The guilt of the accused is a legal judgment that should be determined by a court, not presented as an objective fact. Additionally, assuming a causal link between the accused's actions and the CEO's heart attack adds subjective interpretation. An objective statement would strictly present the facts without personal interpretations or conclusions about guilt or consequences.
True or false: the following is an objective statement.
The accused admitted that she, in her capacity as the payroll officer, allocated herself R15 000 per month in addition to her monthly salary of R32 174. She testified that the money was placed in an investment account as a slush fund, but that this money remained untouched. This is also shown by bank statements relating to the investment account. The theft had irreparable and far-reaching financial consequences for the company. The accused said she would pay the money back, but the damage has already been done. The CEO of the company had a heart attack because of what she did. She is guilty of fraud, embezzlement, assault, or attempted murder.
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