Giyani police have activated a massive manhunt for a suspect who fatally stabbed a 42-year-old woman and wounded a man who tried to assist during a vicious gender-based violence attack that took place in the early hours of Wednesday, 06 December 2023 at about 00: 30 in Nwakhuwani Village.
The mother of four children was stabbed multiple times by a man, alleged to be her boyfriend. The victim and her children were being accommodated by her friend after she experienced domestic challenges with her boyfriend, when the incident occurred.
The house was reportedly still under construction and the suspect managed to gain entry by using the door that was not properly locked. He then started to stab the victim multiple times.
The owner tried to intervene but the suspect tried to stab her as well and she ran outside to seek assistance from the community. A brave man tried to rescue the victim but was also stabbed multiple times by the suspect. The suspect then fled the scene.
The woman was certified dead on the scene by the paramedics and the wounded man was transported to the nearby medical facility.
The deceased was identified as 43-year-old Esther Michavi. Police have opened a case of murder and attempted murder.
Limpopo Provincial Commissioner, Lieutenant General Thembi Hadebe has lauded the bravery of the man who tried to rescue the victim from the perpetrator.
The Provincial Commissioner lamented the senseless attack, saying: “This is indeed a sad incident that will also leave emotional scars on the victim’s children. The brutal attack is a setback for us, especially as the nation is still observing the 16 Days of Activism campaign for No Violence against Women and Children.” said Lieutenant General Thembi Hadebe.
Police are appealing to anyone with information about the whereabouts of the suspect to contact Detective Warrant Officer Morris Maswanganyi on 083 523 7044, or Crime Stop number 08600 10111 or the nearest Police Station or use the MySAPSapp.
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