In their court papers, the soldiers told Justice Onkemetse Tshosa who is presiding over the application that touring the scene of crime located in Mafeteng was part of preparations for their defence in the main trial.
The court however, ruled that although the application was successful, the applicants failed to demonstrate its urgency.
The accused in the matter include Khauhelo Makoa, Litekanyo Nyakane, Lance Corporal Sebilo Sebilo, Tšepo Tlhakeli and Thebe Tšepe.