Young Man Sentenced for Domestic Violence | Johannesburg News

A 22-year-old man from the Northern Cape is sentenced to seven years in prison for brutally assaulting his newborn’s mother—first striking and kicking her, then returning later to cause neck injuries. The court rejected his not guilty plea and inconsistent testimony, relying instead on the victim’s harrowing account and a police officer’s eyewitness report. The state emphasized this verdict sends a clear message: domestic violence will not be tolerated, and perpetrators must face consequences that reflect the lasting trauma inflicted on victims. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/c1caba3978f47105