Polokwane – Police in Thohoyandou arrested a 38-year-old man after the body of his wife was found in a water-filled pit toilet ditch in their yard at Mangodi Ha Sundou on Saturday morning.
According to Police spokesperson, Brigadier Motlafela Mojapelo the couple’s relationship was reportedly a sour one. The victim had opened a domestic violence case against her husband who was subsequently arrested.
“He was out on bail and was to appear again in Thohoyandou magistrate court next week. The woman went to court yesterday on Friday 27 January 2023 and withdrew the case,” Mojapelo said in a statement.
The suspect called the police on Saturday morning and reported that he was unable to locate his wife but, according to Mojapelo, “was surprised to find her dead in the ditch in their yard”.
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A preliminary probe conducted by the Police at the scene led to the arrest of the suspect on a charge of murder.
The victim was identified as Lindelani Nengovhela aged 33.
The suspect is expected to appear in the Thohoyandou magistrate court on Monday, January 30, 2023.
Lieutenant General Hadebe urged community members to seek assistance in domestic matters.
“This is yet another incident of Gender Based Violence and Femicide perpetrated against the vulnerable member of society. The woman obviously trusted her husband that he would not again physically torment her, but she is now no more. We urge community members having domestic challenges to seek help and desist from resorting to violence,” Hadebe said.
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Compiled by Junaid Benjamin
