53-year-old SANDF dad kills 17-year-old son in Ha-Mutsha Tshitandani village Limpopo on Sunday
A tragic incident occurred in Ha-Mutsha Tshitandani village, Limpopo, on Sunday morning when a 53-year-old man allegedly shot and killed his 17-year-old son before attempting to take his own life. Police were called to the scene where they discovered the father critically injured outside the house with a firearm nearby, and his son deceased inside on the bed, having sustained fatal gunshot wounds to the head. The father, who is a member of the SANDF stationed near Mookgophong, was taken to hospital for treatment and is currently under police guard. The exact reason for this devastating event is still under investigation, but the possibility of domestic violence has not been ruled out, given that the two lived together.
Key details of the incident
- What happened: A father allegedly shot and killed his teenage son, then attempted suicide.
- Where: Ha-Mutsha Tshitandani village, Limpopo.
- When: Sunday morning.
- Who was involved:
- A 53-year-old man (father and suspect), a member of the SANDF.
- His 17-year-old son (deceased).
- The South African National Defence Force (SANDF).
- The South African Police Service (SAPS).
- Discoveries at the scene:
- The father was found lying in a pool of blood outside the house with a 9mm pistol next to him.
- The son was found dead on the bed inside the house with gunshot wounds to the head.
- Current status of the suspect: The father has been taken to hospital under police guard.
- Motive: The motive is currently unknown, but domestic violence is being considered as a potential factor.
A fuller look at the story
The community of Ha-Mutsha Tshitandani village in Limpopo was shocked by a horrific event that unfolded on Sunday morning. A 53-year-old man, identified as a member of the SANDF based near Mookgophong, is accused of fatally shooting his own 17-year-old son. Following the shooting, the father then reportedly turned the weapon on himself, attempting suicide. When police arrived at the scene, they found the father seriously injured outside the house, with a 9mm pistol lying beside him. Inside the home, the young son was discovered dead on his bed, having suffered fatal gunshot wounds to the head. The suspect has been transported to a local hospital where he is receiving medical attention and remains under the watchful eye of the police. Investigators are working to understand the precise reasons behind this tragic incident. While the motive remains unclear, authorities are looking into the possibility of domestic violence, especially as the father and son were residing in the same household. This incident highlights the devastating impact that violence can have within families. You can read more about this developing story from the Limpopo Chronicle.
Frequently asked questions
- What was the age of the son who died? The son was 17 years old.
- Where is the father from or stationed? The father is a member of the SANDF and is based near Mookgophong.
- What kind of weapon was used? A 9mm pistol was found at the scene.
- Is the father alive? Yes, the father was found critically injured and is in hospital under police guard.
- Has the police identified a motive? The motive is still unknown, but domestic violence is being considered.
- Where can I find more news from this region? For more stories like this, you can visit cityofthohoyandou.co.za/category/news/.
