By Hastings Yobe

Lilongwe, 21 August, mana: A 32-year-old man, Masautso Chigwetsa, has been arrested by Mitundu Police for allegedly murdering his brother, Chokonoka Chigwetsa, 34, in a dispute over a debt.

According to authorities, the incident occurred on August 17, 2024, at around 22:00 hours, when Chokonoka, who was intoxicated, visited Masautso's residence to collect a debt. The encounter turned violent, resulting in Masautso assaulting Chokonoka with a wooden stick, causing him to fall unconscious.

Relatives rushed Chokonoka to Mlale Mission Hospital, where doctors referred him to Kamuzu Central Hospital (KCH) for further treatment. Unfortunately, Chokonoka was pronounced dead on August 19, 2024, at around 20:00 hours, before being transferred to KCH.

A post-mortem examination conducted by medical personnel from Mitundu Rural Hospital revealed that Chokonoka died from internal bleeding caused by the assault.

Masautso, who hails from Mbofana Village, Traditional Authority Masula in Lilongwe District, will face murder charges.

According to the police, this tragic incident highlights the devastating consequences of unresolved disputes and the importance of seeking peaceful resolutions to conflicts.