Central SA
Murder case against Zastron minor postponed─── 10:24 Sat, 07 May 2022
A Grade 6 learner from Zama Primary School in Zastron appeared in the town’s Magistrate’s Court on Friday after he allegedly stabbed a fellow learner to death on Wednesday.
Free State SAPS spokesperson, Peter Kareli, confirmed to OFM News that the matter has been postponed to this coming Wednesday 11 May.
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This, as the court awaits an assessment report by a social worker.
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OFM News on Wednesday reported that that the matter was adjourned to Friday as there was no social worker available for a consultation.
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Kareli further added that the suspect will be remanded at a youth centre in Bloemfontein until his next appearance.
OFM News/Heidre Malgas
