VANDERBIJLPARK.- A student has died following a shocking stabbing incident at a student residence on Paul Kruger Street on Saturday morning.

According to Vanderbijlpark police, the incident happened at the Santa Marita student residence at around 06:30.

Police spokesperson Sergeant Sabelo Sigcu said that the suspect walked into a police station and reported that he had stabbed another student with a pair of scissors.

Officers rushed immediately to the local hospital where the victim had been taken for medical treatment. Following the incident, the student succumbed to his injuries.

“The doctor on duty reportedly informed the officers that the victim had succumbed to stab wounds to his chest upon arrival at the hospital. The suspect was subsequently arrested and is expected to make his first court appearance soon,” explained Sigcu.

A murder case had been opened following the incident, and investigations are underway.

Sigcu said the motive behind the stabbing remains unclear.

Ster is at court, and more information will be shared following the suspect’s appearance.