Last week, a 46-year-old woman was murdered in front of her three-year-old toddler in Emalahleni, Mpumalanga.
On December 28, the woman was allegedly murdered at Clewer Park by her 35-year-old lover.
YOU MAY ALSO LIKE: 16-Year-Old Mother Arrested After Dumping Her Baby In Pit Toilet
When Vosman police came about 22:30, they discovered a well-known female victim bleeding profusely on the ground and her partner in the process of committing suicide with a knife.
The small child sat next to his mother’s body, crying and pleading with her to wake up.
Those around were called to the scene, and both the victim and the suspect were declared dead.
Witnesses reported hearing screams coming from the room where the couple was staying prior to the tragedy.
YOU MAY ALSO LIKE: Police Detective Seeks Assistance From Private Security After Being Robbed
Police urged the community to seek help if they experience any type of social problems before emotions reach a boiling point and incidents like these happen.
“All relevant help is available to circumvent all forms of violence,” said Captain Elizabeth Hlathi, spokesperson of Vosman Police Station.
