Limpopo farmer arrested as police probe man’s death in Mookgophong
Police say two men who allegedly trespassed and were fishing at a farm dam.
In the Mookgophong area of Waterberg district, a 50-year-old farmer has been arrested for allegedly assaulting another man with intent to cause grievous bodily harm. The arrest comes after a fatal incident involving two men who allegedly trespassed onto a farm and were fishing. According to police, the farmer and his son chased after the trespassers, leading to one of them being assaulted while the other fled.
The assaulted victim was found at a hospital, reportedly having been hit by a vehicle and later passing away. Police spokesperson Hlulani Mashaba stated that the investigation into the assault and the death of the victim is ongoing. The suspect, who is 50 years old, appeared before the Mookgophong Magistrate's Court on Wednesday, facing charges of assault causing grievous bodily harm.
The case has sparked community anger and frustration, with locals blocking roads and demanding answers regarding the whereabouts of the second missing man.
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