SEBOKENG.- The Sebokeng police are investigating a case of murder following a fatal stabbing incident involving a 47-year-old man in Zone 14, on Monday, November 2.

It is alleged that the deceased and a 40-year-old woman, who were in a romantic relationship, were involved in an argument after the man approached the woman while she was drinking alcohol with friends.

Police spokesperson, Sergeant Nthabiseng Mokhachane, said that during the altercation, the deceased allegedly assaulted the woman, who then went to fetch a knife and stabbed him once in the chest.

 The man succumbed to his injuries.

The circumstances surrounding the incident are under police investigation.

The Station Commander of Sebokeng SAPS, Brigadier Thembekile Kubone, expressed concern over incidents of violence between intimate partners and urges community members to seek assistance before disputes escalate into violence.

“Violence is never a solution to relationship disputes. We urge community members to resolve conflicts peacefully and seek help when faced with domestic challenges. Gender-based violence and femicide (GBVF) remain serious concerns, and we encourage anyone experiencing abuse or witnessing violence to seek assistance and report such incidents to the police.”

The community is further urged to report criminal activities in their respective areas and to provide police with any information that may assist ongoing investigations.

Anyone with information regarding this incident is urged to contact Sebokeng SAPS on 082 498 9563 or 016 466 2047, contact the police emergency number 10111 or 112, call the Crime Stop number 08600 10111, or report information via the MySAPS App.