Mob beats KZN man to death for bestiality
Updated | By Gcinokuhle Malinga
Police in northern KwaZulu-Natal are investigating a case of murder after a man died as a result of a suspected mob justice attack in Mthunzini.
He was accused of bestiality involving a 61-year-old woman's pet goat.
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KZN police spokesperson Thenjiswa Ngcobo says it's alleged the 21-year-old tried unsuccessfully to break into her home.
The woman then called her son for help.
"It is alleged by the woman's son that he alerted the community members and the suspect was beaten to death by the community."
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"Police were called to the area where the 21-year-old man was found with head and face injuries. He was declared dead on the scene."
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