Maria David
A 51-YEAR-OLD man has reportedly died from injuries sustained after being assaulted with dry sticks by a known suspect in the Omusati Region.
The deceased has been identified as Fillemon Iithete Johannes.
Omusati Regional Commander, Commissioner Ismael Basson, said that the incident occurred on Tuesday evening at Onanyalala village in the Otamanzi Constituency.
According to Basson, the suspect allegedly used dry sticks to assault the victim, causing severe injuries.
“The motive behind the assault remains unknown,” he said.
The deceased was transported to Okahao District Hospital and later transferred to Oshakati State Hospital, where he succumbed to his injuries.
Basson confirmed that the suspect, who has been identified, is yet to be arrested.
