Couple attacked at toposcope
A 31-year-old man was arrested this afternoon [Tuesday 3 June] in connection with an attack on a couple in Bathurst during the weekend. He will appear in the Port Alfred magistrate’s court tomorrow [Wednesday 4 June] facing a charge of robbery with aggravating circumstances.
The arrest come following police investigations after a knife-wielding suspect attacked and robbed a couple in Bathurst around sunset on Saturday.
South African Police Service spokesperson Majola Nkohli said that around 5pm on Saturday May 31 2025, a man armed with a knife attacked a couple sitting inside their vehicle parked near the toposcope in Bathurst.
“The suspect managed to steal two cellphones before fleeing the scene on foot. One of the victims sustained stabbed wounds in the upper body, and was treated at Port Alfred hospital,” Nkohli said. On Monday, Nkohli said the suspect was still at large, and police were following all the leads.
The police urged anyone with information that could lead to the arrest of the suspect to contact the investigating officer, Detective Warrant Officer Stuart Abrahams on 082 387 9516. The information could also be shared via Crime Stop on 08600 10111.
The news of the arrest was shared around 3pm today (Tuesday June 3).
*Original article posted on Monday 2 June; updated on 3 June to reflect today’s arrest and tomorrow’s court appearance.
