A suspect surrendered to police after a 16-year-old boy was fatally stabbed in the head with a screwdriver in Bohlokong near Bethlehem.
The victim was taking a walk when attacked. He was admitted to a local hospital with serious injuries and later died.
Police spokesperson Mmako Mophiring confirmed the details. The suspect handed himself over and was detained.
A murder case is under investigation. The suspect is expected to appear before the Bethlehem Magistrate’s Court on Tuesday.
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