‘I blacked out’- Cape Town street preacher says he feared for his life after attack
A Cape Town street preacher who despises Charles Darwin and keeps a copy of On the Origin of Species on a chain says he was left fearing for his life after two young men allegedly attacked him while he was preaching in the city centre.
Pastor Trevor Wood, a 58-year-old street preacher from Cape Town, claims he was attacked by two young men after he criticized their beliefs. Wood, who despises Charles Darwin, said the men called him a "false prophet" and objected to his Bible on display. Security was present but did nothing as the men punched him, choked him, and he lost consciousness.
Police are investigating the incident as common assault, but no arrests have been made. Wood said he sustained neck injuries and is concerned about potential brain damage. Despite the attack, he remains committed to his preaching, stating he will return to the streets to share his faith.
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