A man assaulted at an eMalahleni tavern has died at Witbank General Hospital, prompting Witbank police to open a murder investigation.
According to police, officers responded to a complaint at the hospital on October 12, where they found the body of the victim. It was alleged that the deceased had been brought to the hospital after an assault at a local tavern.
Police follow leads
Witbank Police Station spokesperson Warrant Officer David Ratau confirmed that a murder docket has been opened. Ratau said the motive for the attack is not yet clear and police are following up on leads.
No arrests have been made yet.
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