Jealous lover accused of throwing acid in violent love triangle dispute

A 25-year-old woman accused of dousing her romantic rival with acid is expected back in the Mokopane Regional Court later this month, as Limpopo police continue investigating the chilling case.

The incident, which took place in October 2024 in Mogoto village near Zebediela, was initially reported to police as an assault with intent to cause grievous bodily harm. However, it has since been reclassified as attempted murder.

Police spokesperson Colonel Malesela Ledwaba said the attack happened at the home of the victim’s boyfriend and was allegedly motivated by a romantic dispute.

The victim, a 27-year-old woman, reportedly suffered severe injuries when the suspect, Ivyone Maja, threw acid on her. The case was formally reported to police in January 2025, leading to Maja’s arrest on February 14.

She appeared in the Zebediela Periodical Court the next day and was granted R3 000 bail. The case has since been transferred to the Mokopane Regional Court, where Maja made her first appearance on July 1. Proceedings have been postponed to July 21, for further court processes.

The police investigation remains ongoing.