Nomore Mahlangu (37), who pleaded guilty to assaulting a victim known to him, but not guilty on a charge of armed robbery, will re-appear in the Alexandra Magistrates’ Court soon for a further hearing before sentencing.
The incident occurred at 9.30pm on 8 July this year at Innes Free Park. The accused attacked the victim who was walking through the park towards Benmore with a friend after having drinks at a Strathaven club.
The accused grabbed the victim by the neck from behind, forced him to the ground before sitting on top of him and threatening him with a screwdriver. He then searched and took R900 in cash from the victim’s pocket.
Afterwards, he insulted and ordered the victim, who had recognised him, to get up and go away. The victim’s companion was seemingly untouched.
The accused was arrested after the incident had been reported to the police. He admitted to attacking the victim but denied stealing anything.
