Video footage of the incident was shared on several WhatsApp community groups, showing a group of men assaulting the victim.
The attackers hit the man in the face with an object. The reason behind the attack remains unknown.

In the video, the men can be heard saying they must put the victim in their vehicle. During the scuffle, the men did try to force the victim into the back of the vehicle.

Shortly after the incident, the same men were spotted near the Oaks Centre.
Residents are worried that the victim’s life may be at risk.

• A comment from the Mpumalanga Police could not be reached before publication.