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The Nigerian Residents Affiliation in South Africa (NICASA) has strongly condemned the alleged homicide of a 37-year-old Nigerian, Mr Julius Chukwunta, by 4 South African nationals.
Chukwunta, an indigene of Aninri Native Authorities Space in Enugu State, was reportedly attacked on December 7, 2024, close to his residence in Midrand Protea Property.
In response to NICASA President-Common, Dr Frank Onyekwelu, the incident unfolded when Chukwunta’s car was blocked by 4 males as he approached his dwelling.
Efforts to evade the group led him to the property’s safety workplace, the place the attackers allegedly assaulted him, inflicting extreme head accidents.
His feminine companion, who witnessed the assault, sought assist from the safety workplace however acquired no help.
“Neither the safety personnel nor residents intervened or contacted emergency companies,” Onyekwelu acknowledged. “After an agonising hour, Chukwunta’s companion reached out to her father, who, together with members of the family, transported him to Tembisa Common Hospital.”
Regardless of being positioned on life help, Chukwunta succumbed to his accidents on December 10, 2024.
The case, reported by Chukwunta’s companion, was registered at Midrand Police Station beneath file quantity 262/12/2024. On December 13, 2024, the 4 suspects, aged 20, 24, 27, and 28, have been arrested and charged with homicide on the Alexandra Justice of the Peace Court docket.
Court docket proceedings on December 18, 2024, resulted in three of the suspects being granted bail at R10,000 every, whereas the fourth suspect had not utilized for bail. The case was adjourned to February 3, 2025.
Expressing dismay on the courtroom’s choice, Onyekwelu reaffirmed NICASA’s dedication to securing justice for Chukwunta.
“The Nigerian group in South Africa is deeply aggrieved by this incident and the dearth of urgency proven by authorities. We is not going to relaxation till justice is served and the dignity of Nigerian lives is upheld,” Onyekwelu mentioned.
The affiliation has pledged continued help for Chukwunta’s household whereas urging authorities to make sure the perpetrators face the total weight of the regulation.
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