By BAKANG MOKOTO
Two men aged 75 and 92, were arrested for the alleged murder of an elderly man (80) in Jericho village, near Brits. The victim and the suspects allegedly stayed at an old age home together and a fight ensued between them at around 4am on 30 May 2024.
According to the North West police spokesperson, Lieutenant Col Amanda Funani, the victim was from the bathroom when he met with the suspects, who were on their way to the bathroom. Funani said the victim allegedly bumped one of the suspects.
“One of the suspects allegedly retaliated by hitting him with his crutches. The suspect’s companion apparently joined his friend and they both assaulted the victim. The owner of the old age was notified and the police were summoned.
“The victim who sustained head injuries was transported to hospital by an ambulance, but was certified dead on arrival. The two suspects were later arrested for murder,” she said.
Meanwhile, the North West Police Commissioner, Lieutenant General Sello Kwena, expressed his shock and conveyed his condolences to the family of the victim.
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