Teenage boy commits suicide

Letlhakane station commander superintendent Michael Maphephu
Letlhakane station commander superintendent Michael Maphephu

FRANCISTOWN: A 19-year-old teenage boy from Letlhakane village has reportedly taken his own life after being reprimanded by his parents for having many visitors at home.

When confirming the incident, Letlhakane station commander superintendent Michael Maphephu said that they are currently investigating a suicide that took place on Saturday in the afternoon at Matswake settlement near Letlhakane village.

He said that the deceased teenager allegedly committed suicide after his parents reprimanded him for having many visitors at home.

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