The Fraserburg Regional Court in Namakwa region has delivered a strong judgment in a case of gender-based violence that shocked the local community on Monday, April 20.

Police says thirty-two-year-old Gert Johannes was found guilty and sentenced to 22 years’ direct imprisonment for the murder of his girlfriend.

The court also declared him unfit to possess a firearm.

Police says the evidence showed that an argument led to a violent attack on 12 April 2025, after which the victim sustained fatal injuries.

Cpt. Ivan Magerman, regional police spokesperson says Johannes later handed himself over to police, and authorities have commended the thorough investigation that led to his conviction. (Clip)