Free State – A 32-year-old man has been arrested for allegedly murdering his 61-year-old father following an alleged assault at their home in Mokwallo, Free State.
According to the South African Police Service (SAPS), officers responded to a complaint of an alleged assault at a residence in the Mapetla Section of Mokwallo on Sunday, 2 August, at about 16:10.
Police said they found the victim, identified as Mr Ndode Lenong, lying on a bed with severe injuries.
“Upon arrival, officers found the 61-year-old victim, identified as Mr Ndode Lenong, lying on a bed with head injuries and a swollen face. Police were informed that he had allegedly been assaulted by his son using an unknown object,” SAPS said in a statement.
Lenong was taken to Parys Hospital before being transferred to a hospital in Bloemfontein for further treatment. However, he died from his injuries the following morning.
“On Monday, 3 August 2026, at about 09:10, he succumbed to his injuries,” police said.
Preliminary investigations indicate that the alleged assault followed a dispute between the father and son.
“It is alleged that the deceased and his son had argued over a cigarette prior to the assault,” SAPS said.
Following the victim’s death, police arrested the 32-year-old suspect at his residence on a charge of murder.
The suspect is expected to appear in the Vredefort Magistrate’s Court soon.
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Compiled by Betha Madhomu
