In the quiet neighbourhood of Dukesgate Grove in Little Hulton, Manchester, the morning of November 10 took a devastating turn when Perseverance Ncube, a 35-year-old Zimbabwean woman known as ‘Percy’ to friends, was brutally attacked and st@bbed to d3ath in her own home.
The shocking incident unfolded at approximately 2:40 am, leaving the community in shock and sorrow.
The true horror of the situation unfolded when Ncube’s two young children stumbled upon the grim scene. They found their mother with a st@b w0und to her chest, a sight that will undoubtedly haunt them forever. Rushed to the hospital, Ncube fought for her life but succumbed to her injuries later.
A 45-year-old man, whose identity is being withheld, was swiftly arrested by Greater Manchester Police on suspicion of m_rder. The suspect had allegedly fled the scene but was apprehended, providing a glimmer of justice in the midst of this tragedy.
This isn’t the first time Ncube faced v_olence from the same individual. AccoSources revealed that the assailant believed to be her former partner, had a history of violence. Released from prison three years ago after a previous att@ck on Ncube, he had served only half of his 10-year sentence. The incident raises concerns about the efficacy of the legal system in protecting victims of domestic v_olence.
Ncube’s family, devastated by the loss of their beloved Percy, described her as a “loving and devoted mother” who lived for her children, family, and friends. The close-knit community she had built around her, especially within her church, is now grappling with the shock of this senseless act.
The BBC reports that Detective Chief Inspector Gina Brennand acknowledged the targeted nature of the att@ck and appealed to the public for information. Brennand stressed the importance of community cooperation, stating, “This was a truly horr!fic att@ck on a mother, witnessed by her two young children, and we really need the public to come forward and give information to us to find answers for them.”
Acknowledging the worry this incident has caused in the community, extra neighbourhood officers will be patrolling the area to provide reassurance. Residents with any concerns are encouraged to approach the police.
This heartbreaking incident underscores the urgent need for vigilance and support in combatting domestic v!olence, and ensuring the safety of individuals like Perseverance Ncube who tragically lost her life in the pursuit of a safe and secure home
Source iHarare
