Four accused over farmer Donovan Marx’s attack abandon bail
One individual has been removed from the case and is expected to testify for the state.
Four men accused in connection with the brutal farm attack on cattle farmer Donovan Marx in Ventersdorp have abandoned their bail application. The attack, which took place on October 28, resulted in Marx being shot, stabbed, and having his ears cut off. The accused—Phindile Nomngcayi, Thomas Motlhangtlhong, Mothoka Mathipa, and Mokhema Maishane—face multiple charges including robbery with aggravating circumstances, attempted murder, assault, and possession of unlicensed firearms.
The National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) has decided to postpone the case until February 2027 to allow for further investigations, including the retrieval of cellphone records and ballistic evidence. One individual was withdrawn as an accused and has agreed to testify for the state.
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