Siyabonga Sanderson (22) appeared in the Kabokweni Magistrate’s Court for murder and defeating the ends of justice today.
This is after he was arrested for the murder of his 75 year-old grandfather, Albert Sanderson whose body was exhumed at their home in Swalala Trust, near White River on Thursday, November 9.
On November 6, the accused had an argument with his grandfather after he reprimanded him for bringing different girlfriends to the house. It is alleged that he then punched the deceased who fell on the ground.He then buried him in a shallow grave at the back of the house.
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During his appearance, the accused told the court that he will conduct his own defence and that he will not be bringing any application for bail. The matter was postponed to January 30, 2024 for further investigations while the accused remains in custody.
