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BLOEMFONTEIN –<\/strong> A young woman, 22-year-old has survived a deadly knife attack, allegedly by her 38-year-old male boyfriend on the night of Saturday, 19 July. The victim was discharged from a local hospital in Bloemfontein after treated for the stab wound, including any associated bruising.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Bloemfontein police reported the incident of gender-based violence (GBV) when a dispute between the two lovers reached boiling point.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sgt Sinah Mpakane, spokesperson for the Free State police, said members of the Public Order Police (POP) unit arrested the suspect after tracing him in the area. She said he is expected in the Bloemfontein Magistrates’ Court this week, facing charge of attempted murder.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Mpakane said the suspect allegedly confronted the victim about her recent unavailability, culminating into a horrific attack with a knife. An investigation is ongoing into the attempted murder case.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cAccording to the report, at approximately 22:30, the victim was at home when she received a phone call from her boyfriend, requesting that she meet him at Phase 06. Upon her arrival at the location and not finding him, the victim proceeded to a nearby tuck shop to purchase airtime in order to call him again. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

“When she explained her unavailability was because she had been unwell, the suspect reportedly became aggressive and assaulted her by slapping her in the face. He then insisted that she accompany him to his residence.”<\/p>\n\n\n\n

“While walking, the suspect allegedly drew a knife and stabbed the victim in the back of her head. He allegedly further threatened to kill her. The victim managed to flee the scene and sought help from nearby residents,\u201d said Mpakane. She said the police responded promptly and managed to apprehend the suspect shortly thereafter. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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