Man Sentenced To Life Imprisonment For Murdering Wife In Presence Of Child
Man 33, Abraham Molelekwa, who brutally murdered his wife, Maria Mnguni, with a screwdriver in front of their 10-year-old daughter, have been sentenced to life imprisonment.
The couple had been celebrating the New Year with a braai and drinks before an argument erupted after midnight.
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Brutal Attack
According to police spokesperson Captain Johan van Dyk, Mnguni fled to the bedroom in an attempt to escape, but Molelekwa followed her, assaulted her, and briefly left the room before returning moments later with a screwdriver.
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He then stabbed Mnguni multiple times in the neck and chest while their daughter watched in terror.
The young girl’s cries for help went unanswered as Molelekwa threatened to stab her if she made any noise.
Justice Served
The accused was successfully prosecuted and sentenced to life imprisonment thanks to the thorough and meticulous investigation conducted by Warrant Officer Lourens Lemmer of the Wonderboompoort SAPS Detective Service.
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Major General Samuel Thine commended Lemmer for his dedication and professionalism in handling the investigation and presenting the evidence in court.
The sentence brings closure to the family, particularly the two daughters who witnessed the traumatic event.
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