Crimes and Courts
Plumtree \u2013 A drinking session in Gonde village, Madlambudzi, turned into a near-fatal attack when Nkosilathi Ndlovu (40) struck his drinking companion with an axe over an unsettled debt.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The Plumtree Magistrates’ Court sentenced Ndlovu to eight years in prison on June 18, 2025, after convicting him of attempted murder.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
How the Drinking Session Turned Deadly<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The court heard that on March 6, 2025, Ndlovu and the victim, Solomon Khaliphe Ncube, were sharing beers at Ndlovu\u2019s workplace when the mood turned violent.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
“Ndlovu was in high spirits, cracking jokes, until Ncube asked him to repay a debt,” said prosecutor Fezile Mpofu.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
“Instead of settling the matter peacefully, Ndlovu grabbed an axe and struck Ncube on the head, leaving him unconscious with a severe injury.”<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Miraculously, Ncube survived the attack after receiving urgent medical attention.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Justice Served with Stern Warning<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Magistrate Mark Dzira handed down an 8-year jail term, suspending 2 years for 5 years on condition that Ndlovu does not commit a similar violent offense.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
“This case serves as a harsh reminder that violence has consequences,” the magistrate said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
“Alcohol and unresolved disputes are a dangerous mix.”<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Community Shocked by Brutal Attack<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Villagers expressed shock over the incident, with many warning against letting disputes escalate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
“A simple debt nearly cost a man his life,” said a local resident.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
“We hope this sentencing sends a strong message.”<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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