Man attacked with panga in Ohangwena

NAMPA

2025-01-02

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OSHAKATI, 02 JAN (NAMPA) – A 38-year-old man was allegedly attacked with a panga at Onghala village in the Ohangwena Region on Wednesday.
Namibian Police Force Ohangwena crime investigations coordinator, Deputy Commissioner Melanie Mbuuru said the incident happened around 02h00, and a case of attempted murder has been opened.
“It is alleged that a known suspect used a panga to hack the victim in the head who sustained serious injuries,” she said...

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