Suspect in Old Coronation panga attack released on bail
The Old Coronation attempted murder case is set to continue next month.
The suspect accused of a brutal panga attack in Old Coronation has been released on R1 000 bail by the Emalahleni Magistrate’s Court.
The incident occurred on March 28 when the victims’ car got stuck in the middle of the road.
According to reports, the suspect parked behind the car and approached the victims, demanding that they move the vehicle. One of the men refused to comply. Moments later, the suspect attacked one of the men with a panga, slashing his leg and hands.
The victim also reported that the attacker tried to strike him over the head. Another man was injured during the attack, and one of the victims lost a finger.
Read more here: 2 injured in brutal panga attack; suspect arrested
The suspect was arrested on March 29 and made his first appearance at the Court on March 31. The case on April 8 was postponed to May 6 for further proceedings.
2 men hacked with a panga in Old Coronation after a car gets stuck
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