Taung prosecutor in critical condition after being stabbed in a tavern


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BY OBAKENG MAJE
A 38-year-old man is fighting for his life at a private hospital in Johannesburg, after he was allegedly stabbed by unknown suspects at Rooival village, in Taung.

Sandile Mbogazi(38) who works as a prosecutor at Taung Magistrates Court, was attacked and stabbed several times on his head and stomach on Saturday at local tavern.

North West police spokesperson, Maj Pelonomi Makau said it is alleged that Mbogazi was at a local tavern when three unknown men attacked him.

“North West police are investigating a case of attempted murder after a 38-year-old man who works as a prosecutor at Taung Magistrates Court was stabbed,” Makau said.

She said the victim suffers stabbing wounds on his head and stomach and was ferried to Johannesburg with a helicopter for medical attention.

Police said no one has been arrested and investigations continue.

Maj Makau could not confirm nor deny if the attack was linked to work-related.

Sandile Mbogazi originates from Kwazulu-Natal and works as prosecutor at Taung Regional Court.
-TDN
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