In a tragic incident of domestic vi0lence that has rocked the community of Tagwirei village in Zvishavane, Nobert Mhlanga, 38, was sentenced to 18 years in prison for the brutal murd3r of his wife following a heated argument over finances.
The altercation occurred on April 14, 2022, when Mhlanga became furious after discovering that his wife had used money earmarked for essential household items to buy a satchel.
Their longstanding financial difficulties exacerbated the situation, leading to a vi0lent confrontation.
Witnesses revealed that the argument escalated dramatically, with Mhlanga dragging his wife outside before attacking her with a hoe, striking her three times in the head.
His rage did not stop there; he further assaulted her by throwing bricks at her, resulting in her immediate d3ath.
Law enforcement was alerted by neighbors who witnessed the incident and swiftly apprehended Mhlanga.
During the trial, the evidence of the brutality of the att_ck was presented, which included the bl00dy hoe that was used as a weapon.
Despite Mhlanga’s defense citing stress from their financial struggles as a mitigating factor, the court emphasized that there is never justification for such extreme vi0lence, sending a strong message to the community about the unacceptability of domestic viol3nce.
SOURCE : NEWSREPORTZIM.COM
