According to provincial police spokesperson, Sam Tselanyane, the victim - Onkemetse Morwaeng - was asleep with his girlfriend who is alleged to also be in a relationship with the 41-year-old suspect.

The suspect allegedly drew a knife and stabbed the victim, says Tselanyane.

After the incident, members of the community apprehended the suspect and took him back to the scene where he was handed over to the police.

As a result, a case of murder was registered and the suspect is expected to appear before the Taung Magistrate’s Court on Monday, 16 August 2021. 

Tselanyane says an investigation into the matter continues.

The incident took place at the Mokasa Village on Thursday, 12 August 2021.

OFM News/Blaine Jones