Sky City man arrested for alleged murder of wife
The woman was found with multiple stab wounds at a neighbouring property in Ext 9 on Friday and was declared dead at the scene.
A man has been arrested after allegedly stabbing his wife to death at a neighbouring property in Lancefish Street, Ext 9, Sky City, on Friday.
According to a statement issued by Kliprivier SAPS, police responded to a murder complaint at approximately 12:06.
Upon arrival, officers were informed that the suspect had allegedly attacked his wife with a sharp object.
A witness reportedly attempted to intervene but went to call the police, while the suspect allegedly continued stabbing the woman.
The victim sustained multiple stab wounds and was declared dead at the scene by emergency medical services.
Suspect surrenders
The suspect later handed himself over to an off-duty police officer who lives in the area. He was subsequently detained at Kliprivier SAPS and is expected to appear in court on a charge of murder.
Police suspect the incident may be related to domestic violence. The circumstances surrounding the woman’s death remain under investigation.
Gender-based violence
Kliprivier SAPS station commander Lieutenant Colonel N.M. Dlamini condemned the incident and reaffirmed the police’s commitment to fighting gender-based violence and femicide.
Police urged victims of domestic violence to seek assistance at their nearest police station.
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