He initially appeared in court on September 5, when the court ruled that he remain in custody until Friday, September 9, for a formal bail application on a charge of murder over the knife attack.
He was subsequently granted bail and is expected to return to court on October 5.
The man was arrested on September 3, after he allegedly fatally stabbed 21-year-old Matlalepula Frans Moloi, following a row over a chair during a party to celebrate the arrival of spring, in Joe Slovo informal settlement.
According to Reiger Park SAPS spokesperson Sgt Mashudu Phathela, the suspected killer left the spot where he was sitting and walked away to fix the generator that was being used to power electrical appliances used at the party.
It’s understood that he came back a few minutes later to find Moloi sitting in his chair.
The suspect told Moloi that he was in his seat, but Moloi apparently became irate, causing a fuss over the chair, before a heated argument ensued between the two.
Moloi reportedly slapped the suspect in the face during the argument.
“The angry suspect walked away, but the situation soon turned more violent when he came back, carrying a knife.
“This time, the suspect allegedly stabbed Moloi in the chest, in full view of the other revellers,” said Phathela.
Moloi suffered a stab wound and he was rushed to hospital, where he died on arrival. -@FanieFLK
