| Friends’ dispute ends tragically, suspect arrested | |
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| Date Published: | 2026/01/02 |
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Media Statement
BOHLOKONG – A 41-year-old man from Bohlokong has been arrested after allegedly murdering his friend during an altercation at a residential property. It is alleged that on Thursday, 1 January 2026, at about 18:00, the suspect and the deceased, together with other individuals, were seated in a garage consuming alcohol when an argument broke out. The dispute reportedly stemmed from allegations that the deceased was having an affair with the suspect’s girlfriend. During the confrontation, both men allegedly armed themselves with a spade and a spade fork that were lying in the garage. The suspect allegedly stabbed the deceased in the face with a spade fork before fleeing the scene. The injured man was rushed to a local hospital for medical treatment but succumbed to his injuries. He sustained a fatal open stab wound to the face. Police were alerted at the hospital and immediately initiated an investigation. At approximately 21:00 on the same day, the suspect handed himself over to the police. He has been formally charged with murder and is expected to appear before the Bethlehem Magistrate’s Court on Monday, 5 January 2026. The alleged weapon used in the commission of the crime has been seized as an exhibit. Ends
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