18-Year-Old Man Stabs 15-Year-Old Boy in Love Triangle Dispute

A violent altercation between two teenagers at Sokusile Shopping Centre has left a 15-year-old boy hospitalised with a chest wound, allegedly stemming from a romantic rivalry.

According to reports, the victim was only getting help with his homework from a girl from his school when the boyfriend mistook him for a love rivalry.

18-Year-Old Man Stabs 15-Year-Old Boy in Love Triangle Dispute

Qhawelenkosi Mnkandla, an 18-year-old resident of Nkulumane, appeared before Magistrate Sibongile Marondedze at Western Commonage Court, charged with attempted murder. The accused was released on bail with strict conditions and is scheduled to return to court on August 8, 2025.

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Bail conditions require Mnkandla to refrain from contacting any witnesses, maintain his current residence and report weekly to Nkulumane Police Station.

Details of the Incident

According to Principal Prosecutor Milton Moyo, the confrontation occurred on July 19, 2025, when the younger teen was at the shopping centre to access school assignments.

“The suspect allegedly confronted the victim about a rumoured romantic involvement,” Moyo explained to the court. “The verbal exchange escalated, resulting in the accused allegedly producing a knife and inflicting a chest wound.”

Emergency services transported the injured teenager to Mpilo Hospital, where medical staff treated the serious but non-fatal injury.

Community Response

The violent incident has raised concerns among local residents about youth violence and conflict resolution. Community leaders are calling for increased youth engagement programs to prevent similar occurrences.

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Authorities remind the public that violent disputes should be reported to law enforcement rather than handled through personal confrontation.