SEKHUKHUNE: Police in Mecklenburg have opened a murder case and two counts of attempted murder following a brutal panga-attack that claimed the life of a 43-year-old man and left two other victims injured at Modimolle Village, near Dophale, during the early hours of Sunday, 17 May 2026.
According to preliminary reports, the victims were socialising at the local Tavern in the village at about 00:30 when an argument allegedly erupted between them and the suspect after they reportedly refused to drink beer with him.
The situation allegedly escalated into a quarrel, prompting the suspect to leave the tavern premises. It is further alleged that the suspect later returned armed with a panga and began attacking the victims inside the tavern yard, causing panic as patrons fled for safety.
During the attack, Karabo Mochadi (43) of Ntsoaneng Village sustained multiple panga attack wounds to the head and left foot. He was certified dead at the scene.
Two other victims, aged 23 and 43, sustained serious injuries during the incident. Both injured victims were transported to the local Hospital for medical treatment.
The suspect fled the scene immediately after the attack and is currently being sought by police.
Police have appealed to anyone with information that may assist in locating the suspect to contact Detective Captain Ngwanatlana Phasha on 082 414 3070 or the nearest police station, Crime Stop on 08600 10111, or use the MySAPS App.
Police investigations are continuing.