A tragic incident occurred on Sunday, May 4, 2025, when 23-year-old Snenhlanhla Mathosi was fatally stabbed by her ex-boyfriend at her workplace in Protea Glen Mall, Soweto, South Africa.
Mathosi was working at the Pick n Pay store when the attack took place. The suspect was promptly arrested at the scene.
The violent act has sparked widespread outrage across South Africa, with many people expressing their anger and demanding justice on social media.

Following the incident, Public Safety MMC Mgcini Tshwaku visited the mall and the local police station to assess the situation.
There are unconfirmed reports suggesting that the knife used in the attack may have been purchased at a nearby store.