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De Graaff hospitalised after alleged suicide attempt

De Graaff
De Graaff

Former Member of Parliament for Gantsi South, Christian De Graaff, is receiving medical treatment at Princess Marina Hospital after reportedly attempting to take his own life early Saturday morning. The incident was confirmed by Gantsi Police Station commander, Superintendent Dennis Zilawe.

He explained that said they received a report around 1am from individuals residing next to the ex-minister’s farm who allegedly heard a gunshot coming from his yard.

“Police rushed to the scene and, upon arrival, found blood stains in the sitting room.

Editor's Comment
GCC should fix the Gabs water flow mess

The sight of submerged yards and closed roads is an inconvenience and a clear sign that the capital’s water passages pose a problem to residents. With more rain forecast, this is not a time for panic, as Gaborone City Council (GCC) Mayor Oarabile Motlaleng rightly urges, but it is most certainly a time for urgent, collective action.His appeal for calm must be matched by a firm commitment from both the GCC authorities and every single resident....

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