BY WANDILE TSHUMA
A 39-year-old man from Inyathi Township has been convicted of malicious damage to property after a disagreement with his wife
The accused recently appeared before the Inyathi Magistrates’ Court for malicious damage to property.
According to the National Prosecuting Authority, sometime in September, the accused person had a misunderstanding with the complainant, his wife over the welfare of the family.
He forced the complainant and their children out of the house.
While the complainant was away, the accused person burnt the complainant’s belongings.
The destroyed property was valued at $140.
The accused person was sentenced to 24 months imprisonment, of which 3 months were suspended for 5 years.
A further 18 months were suspended on condition that he completes 630 hours of community service.
The remaining 3 months were suspended on condition of restitution.