KwaZulu-Natal police have arrested a 33-year-old man in connection with the brutal stabbing of seven family members in Bergville, which left five dead and two recovering from their injuries. The suspect is set to appear in the Bergville Magistrate's Court on Tuesday, facing five counts of murder and two of attempted murder.
The horrific attack occurred on Saturday night in the Bethany area of Bergville. Authorities have revealed that the man had a history of domestic violence, with several cases previously opened against him. However, all of the charges were later withdrawn.
The investigation into the incident is ongoing, with police working to determine the motive behind the killings. Meanwhile, the community is reeling from the tragedy, as questions arise about the withdrawn domestic violence cases and whether earlier intervention could have prevented the attack.