Steel bar attack leaves one dead in Mogoditshane

It is said the deceased died from injuries sustained after he was allegedly hit on the head with a steel flat bar. The incident occurred a week ago when the departed was reportedly drinking alcohol with others at a certain yard at the same yard. According to police, the suspect arrived at the yard and allegedly began harassing the group, resulting in an argument between him and the deceased. As the two exchanged words, the suspect allegedly grabbed a steel flat bar and hit the deceased on the head.

The matter was subsequently reported to the police, whilst the injured man was rushed to Julia Molefe Clinic for medical attention. He was later referred to Princess Marina Hospital, where he remained under treatment until his death. Mogoditshane Police Station acting commander, Superintendent Mompoloki Ramaphoi, said the police have since opened a murder case. “We have been investigating an assault occasioning offence, but last weekend we received a report from the deceased’s mother that he had succumbed to his injuries whilst still receiving treatment,” Ramaphoi said.