The Provincial Commissioner of North West, Lieutenant General Sello Kwena applauded police in Rustenburg for their swift reaction that resulted in the arrest of a suspect in connection with the murder of an 18-year-old learner at Rustenburg Bus Rank.
It is alleged that on Friday, 2 June 2023 at about 15:45, police received a complaint about the stabbing incident.
Upon arrival at the scene, the police found members of the community gathered around a motionless body covered with a blanket. Preliminary investigation revealed that the victim was stabbed with a sharp object on his throat.
According to bystanders, the victim was a learner from a High School in Rustenburg and he allegedly fought with another pupil from the other school who in turn recruited a group of other learners to attack the victim’s group.
The two groups allegedly gathered at the Bus Rank leading to a fight and eventual stabbing of the victim.
He was later certified dead at the scene.
Another learner who was also stabbed, was transported to a local hospital by the Emergency Medical Rescue Services (EMRS).
The 19-year-old suspect fled the scene after the incident, but was later traced and arrested. He is expected to appear before the Rustenburg Magistrates’ Court on Monday, 5 June 2023, on a charges of murder and attempted murder.
Investigation into the matter continues.
