Christmas Horror In Limpopo As Man Arrested For Stabbing Brother To Death

A festive family reunion in Limpopo turned deadly when a man was arrested on Christmas Day for allegedly stabbing and killing his brother shortly after his return from Gauteng.

The tragic incident unfolded at Shigamani Village in Malamulele, where the siblings reportedly became involved in a heated argument soon after the victim arrived home.

Christmas Visit Ends in Deadly Family Argument

Police spokesperson Colonel Malesela Ledwaba said the deceased, aged 35, returned home on Wednesday night to spend the festive season with family.

Soon after his arrival, an argument allegedly broke out between him and his 31-year-old brother. Their two sisters reportedly attempted to defuse the situation.

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“During the argument, the suspect allegedly armed himself with an object and stabbed the deceased in the upper body. The victim collapsed, and the suspect fled the scene,” said Ledwaba.

Victim Dies After Being Rushed to Clinic

A neighbour rushed the injured man to a local healthcare facility while police and emergency medical services were alerted.

Despite efforts to save him, the victim later succumbed to his injuries and was certified dead.

The incident left the community shocked, particularly given the timing during the Christmas period.

Suspect Arrested After Community Tip-Off

Ledwaba confirmed that police launched a manhunt following the stabbing. The suspect was traced and arrested early on Thursday morning.

“Following investigations, the suspect… was traced and arrested on Thursday… at 7am at Mphambo Village, after members of the community alerted police,” he said.

The suspect is expected to appear before the Malamulele Magistrate’s Court on Monday, December 29, on a charge of murder. Police investigations are ongoing.

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