POTCHEFSTROOM – Boons police were called out to a horrific murder scene in Mathopestad on Monday afternoon, 09 May 2022.  Initial information indicated that there was a fight between a 53-year-old Kedisaletse Elizbeth Moswane and her 24-year-old son, Thabang Mishack Moswane. On arrival at the scene, police found Kedisaletse’s body inside a shack with numerous stab wounds. The police were informed that Thabang was allegedly seen drinking his mother’s blood after stabbing her.

Thabang was immediately arrested and appeared before the Koster Magistrates’ Court today on a charge of murder. He will remain in custody until his second court appearance on Monday, 16 May 2022.

The Provincial Commissioner, Lieutenant General Sello Kwena was shocked to learn about the horrific incident and reiterated that police will continue to work hard to ensure that those who perpetrate crimes against women and children are brought to book.

Source: South African Police Service