Gokwe Man Convicted for Brutally Murdering Girlfriend’s Neighbor On Christmas Day
A Gokwe man has been convicted of murdering his girlfriend’s neighbor, who tried to stop him from physically assaulting her on Christmas.
A Christmas Day Tragedy
According to reports, on Christmas Day 2022, Blessing Maphosa visited his girlfriend with some beers. Maphosa became intoxicated and then started arguing with his girlfriend, which led to him physically assaulting her. In her desperation, she managed to escape and sought refuge at her neighbor’s house.
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Violence Erupts
Maphosa followed her, continuing his assault with fists. Neighbors attempted to restrain him while the girlfriend ran to the deceased’s homestead. Maphosa caught up with her there, where he confronted the neighbor.
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The neighbor tried to intervene, urging Maphosa to stop the violence. He suggested they talk things out peacefully, but this only fueled Maphosa’s anger. Maphosa then grabbed a log and struck the neighbor several times on the head.
Fatal Consequences
The neighbor collapsed, bleeding heavily from his injuries. Maphosa realized the severity of the situation and fled the scene. Witnesses rushed the injured man to the hospital, but he succumbed to his injuries.
The incident prompted neighbors to file a police report, leading to Maphosa’s arrest. He later appeared at the Hwange Magistrates Court, facing charges of culpable homicide.
Justice Served
In court, Maphosa received a conviction and a 10-year prison sentence. However, two years of the sentence were suspended. He will serve a total of eight years effectively.