He also said he is saddened by what happened to his niece and called out his own sister for being a bad mother.

“What Kelly did to her is horrific, she does not deserve to be called a mother. However, I ask you do not judge me or my family for Kelly’s actions,” he said.

Mnr Daniels explained how they grew up in separate homes and that Kelly was their mother’s first child before meeting their father. He said his mother was not financially stable at the time and so their grandparents stepped in.

He also explained, like so many others have told IOL before, that Kelly is exceptionally bright and graduated from school with top marks.

The brother said Kelly had the potential to pursue higher education or secure a good job, but she chose the path of using drugs.

“After my mother met my father, they worked hard to improve their financial situation and offered Kelly help on multiple occasions to get her life back on track but she refused.

“Kelly even told my mother that she would have children to spite her,” the brother said.

He said his sister had her eldest child and continued to battle with her drug addiction, however, the family stepped up and supported the boy, continuously showering him with gifts and clothes. Later, Joshlin was born, and the family continued their support. Kelly remained on drugs during this time.

He also revealed that their parents wanted to take Kelly’s children and raise them, but legally, they could not do so as the decision was ultimately up to Kelly.

“We made several attempts to get Joshlin and [and her brother] out of the harmful situation. So, don’t say we didn’t try that or that we don’t care,” he said.

The brother stated Kelly’s son is now being reared in a loving environment and this has shown a significant difference for the young boy.

He further asked the public not to judge their family without knowing the full story. He also stated their silence was also for their safety.

“There are dangerous individuals connected to Kelly and this case, and we didn’t want to take any risks. We are fully aware of the potential judgment we might face, and it has become exhausting,” he said.

He urged all social media users to share the message in an attempt to spread light on an issue so many people have become interested in.

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