By STAFF REPORTER
8 July 2026 – A man sentenced to four years imprisonment for contravention of a protection order, assault with intent to cause Grievous Bodily Harm (GBH) and malicious damage of property. The conviction stems from an incident that occurred on 20 September 2025, at approximately 12:00, when the accused, Franklin Tieties (32), verbally and physically assaulted his neighbours aged 25 and 66.
The Northern Cape police spokesperson, Warrant Officer Molefi Shemane, said during the incident, the accused allegedly used abusive language towards the victims, threw a stone that struck the victim (66) in the face and damaged windows at the victims’ residence. Shemane said at the time of the incident, the victims were protected by valid protection orders against the accused and subsequently opened a criminal case.
“The accused was arrested and charged with contravention of a protection order, assault with intent to cause Grievous Bodily Harm (GBH), and malicious damage to property.
“He remained in custody throughout the court proceedings. On 3 July 2026, Tieties was found guilty and convicted on all charges in the Kenhardt Magistrate’s Court,” he said.
Shemane further said Tieties was sentenced to four years imprisonment and declared him unfit to possess a firearm. He added that the ZF Mgcawu District Management commended Detective Constable Charlton Januarie for his meticulous investigation, which led to the successful conviction and sentencing of the accused.
“The South African Police Service (SAPS) remains committed to protecting vulnerable members of society, including the elderly and ensuring that perpetrators of violence and intimidation are brought to justice,” said Shemane.
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