MOLETLANE WOMAN SENTENCED TO 20 YEARS’ DIRECT IMPRISONMENT FOR ACID ATTACK 

MOKOPANE – The Mokopane Regional Court has sentenced a 25-year-old woman, Yvonne Maja, to an effective 20 years’ direct imprisonment for attempted murder and assault with intent to cause grievous bodily harm (GBH).

 

The accused was sentenced on Monday , 09 February 2026, following her conviction on 01 December 2025. She received 18 years’ direct imprisonment for attempted murder (count 1) and two years’ direct imprisonment for assault GBH (count 2).

 

The sentencing emanates from an incident that occurred on 13 October 2024 at about 17:30 at Mogoto Mabereng, Zebediela, under the Moletlane policing area. The accused went to her ex-boyfriend’s residence where she found him with his new partner. An argument ensued, during which the accused insulted the female victim (27). She subsequently poured acid on the victim’s face, which flowed over her body, causing severe injuries.

The acid also affected the second victim, a 28-year-old male, who sustained less serious injuries. Both victims were rushed to Zebediela Hospital, after which the female victim was transferred to Mankweng Hospital, where she was hospitalised for approximately seven months due to the severity of her injuries.

 

The accused was traced and arrested on 14 February 2025 and initially appeared before the Lebowakgomo Magistrate’s Court, where she was granted bail of R3 000. The matter was later transferred to the Mokopane Regional Court for trial.

 

The case was thoroughly investigated by Sergeant Nthapa Judah Swafo, whose diligent work ensured the successful conviction and sentencing.

 

The Provincial Commissioner Liuetenant General Thembi Hadebe welcomed the sentence and reiterated SAPS commitment to decisively dealing with violent crimes, particularly those arising from domestic and relationship-related disputes. Such acts of violence will not be tolerated, and perpetrators will be held accountable through the criminal justice system.

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