Man allegedly stabbed to death in Msholozi
The gruesome murder of a middle-aged man has left Section A residents reeling with shock.
According to eyewitnesses, the man was stabbed to death after a heated argument with another man who was immediately apprehended by the community.
The police and medical personnel were called to the scene at about 09:00 on July 5.
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“The deceased was found lying in pool of blood with stab wounds on his body,” said Brig Leonard Hlathi, spokesperson for the police.
The victim was declared dead on the scene by paramedics. A 34-year-old suspect was detained for questioning by the police.
According to Hlathi, the suspect claimed the deceased was stabbed by a friend who had fled the scene. The police are investigating a case of murder. Cllr Kenneth Mkhonto attended the scene.
“We condemn such criminal activities and call for a serious intervention from the authorities to root out and end this lawlessness in our community,” he said.
