Bushbuckridge woman doused with boiling water
The 34-year-old was allegedly assaulted and severely burned with hot water at Bushbuckridge on Sunday June 8.
The victim reportedly went to collect money owed by the accused, Patience Godi (38). Upon her arrival, Godi was with her daughter, Soppie Lekhuleni (20).
A heated argument ensued between the victim and Godi as the latter indicated that she will not pay back the money owed. In the midst of the argument, Lekhuleni is alleged to have gone into the house, boiled water and poured it on the victim. Thereafter, Godi assaulted the victim with a broomstick.
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This continued until the victim was rescued by people and was quickly rushed to a nearby clinic. She was immediately transferred to a hospital due to her serious injuries.
Police were notified about the incident and registered a case of assault with intent to cause grievous bodily harm against Godi and her daughter. Both suspects were arrested and appeared in court yesterday where they were granted free bail. They are set to appear in court on Tuesday, June 16.
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The provincial commissioner of the police in Mpumalanga, Lt Ge Mondli Zuma, indicated that it is very shameful especially when women perpetuate callous acts against each other instead of protecting each other. “Acts of violence have never brought a sound solution. This situation depicts an underlying problem of a culture of violence in our society. People must resolve issues in a civil manner rather than resorting to violence,” he concluded.
