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By STAFF REPORTER

A 32-YEAR-OLD man is expected back in Taung Magistrate’s Court for a formal bail application today. Tshepo Lenyai from Manthe village in Taung, allegedly stabbed Kamogelo Lekaota (18) to death at a local tavern called Disoufeng during the Easter weekend.

North West police spokesperson, Capt Sam Tselanyane said the atrocity took place at around 3:30am. Tselanyane said it is alleged that the duo was fighting over alcohol.

“Taung police received a call from the Manthe clinic at around 3:30am. The police rushed to the scene and found Lekaota’s lifeless body in a pool of blood with stabbing wounds. He was stabbed on the left side of his chest.

“According to information, the deceased was ferried to the clinic for medical attention, but he succumbed to his injuries. A 32-year-old man was arrested and is expected to appear at Taung Magistrate’s Court for a formal bail application,” he said.

Lenyai was remanded in custody during his first appearance to give police more time to investigate.

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