Manhunt for KZN matric pupil in murder case

Manhunt for KZN matric pupil in murder case

A manhunt's been launched for a matric pupil who allegedly killed another student in KwaMakhutha, south of Durban.

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It's understood the suspect stabbed the Grade 8 learner at the KwaMakhutha Comprehensive School on Friday.


The 17-year-old victim was rushed to a local clinic where he was declared dead on arrival.  


KZN SAPS spokesperson Robert Netshiunda says the motive for the attack is unknown.


"Police have opened a murder case for investigation. The suspect fled the scene after the incident is known." 


This is the second stabbing incident to occur at a KZN school this week.


On Wednesday, a matric pupil was arrested for allegedly robbing and stabbing another learner outside a school in Merebank.


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