A 25 YEAR-OLD woman and her boyfriend were found dead at their residential area at Mokassa 2 near Taung on Tuesday. North West police said Koketso Mochwanetsi and her boyfriend, Michael Boye, 21 was allegedly involved in a brawl that led to the killing.

North West police spokesperson, Col Sabata Mokgwabone said Boye was found hanging from the rafter of the room.

“The girlfriend was found in a pool of blood with stabbing wounds in her throat. Her body was taken for post-mortem. The police cannot tell what prompted the fight between the two and cases of murder and inquest were registered at Taung Police Station,” Mokgwabone said.

South African Civic Organisation (SANCO) in Dr Ruth Mompati region condemned the incident and called it senseless. Regional Secretary, Mika Moeti said people should visit relevant institutions to get help in their relationships.

“We want to condemn the incident and urge our society to ask for help. We cannot continue to live like this. What kind of society are we raising? If there are challenges in relationships, there are counsels and psychologists who could help to overcome the challenges.

“Resorting to killing must never be an issue. Many children are left without parents because of our selfishness. We also want to encourage our people to visit police stations to report the abusive relationships,” Mika said.

It is alleged that Moichwanetsi visited Taung Police Station last week to obtain protection order against her boyfriend. The move allegedly angered the boyfriend and that led to a fight.

-TDN

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