Police are investigating a shocking assault in Stellenbosch involving a prominent community activist, who was allegedly attacked by a PSL soccer player, Cape {town} Etc reports.
Also read: Drunk driving arrests, traffic offences surge in Cape Town
According to IOL, Eon Hendrikse, 30, was violently struck in the face with a whisky glass on Saturday evening at Centraal, a bar situated on the ground floor of Eikestad Mall.
Find your perfect set of wheels with these incredible deals on cars for under 100k. Find car listings here.
Hendrikse claims the incident occurred after he approached the 28-year-old Bafana Bafana and Stellenbosch FC striker Iqraam Rayners in the men’s restroom to discuss the player’s potential transfer to Mamelodi Sundowns.
‘I was out with friends at a place called Centraal. I am a regular customer at this place and never had any trouble there before.’
‘I got him in the toilet and spoke to him and told him in a friendly manner that we would not like it if he had to move because we the people of Stellenbosch love him so much,’ Hendrikse said.
Hendrikse alleged that the soccer star then got aggressive towards him.
Hendrikse, CEO and co-founder of Idas Valley Community Trails, said he pleaded for calm but was then struck across the face, leaving blood splattered on the floor.
‘The next moment, I just felt how I got hit by a glass and a warm feeling went over my face of all the blood,’ he said.
Hendrikse was rushed to the hospital, where he received 25 stitches under his eye and nose, and 10 more in his head.
Police spokesperson Malcolm Pojie confirmed an investigation into the assault with intent to cause grievous bodily harm.
‘It is alleged that the complainant was walking to the toilets when he met the soccer player from a local football club and spoke to him about rumours that he might be joining another club soon. It is further alleged that later when the complainant returned from the toilets, the soccer player hit him in the face with a whisky glass,’ Pojie said.
He confirmed Hendrikse received medical treatment, and no arrests have been made.
The player’s club acknowledged being aware of an alleged incident involving two players over the weekend. The head of media stated the incident occurred outside of the club’s operations, and an internal investigation is ongoing.
Numerous publications have sought the player’s comments; however, the player has refrained from commenting at this time.
Cape {town} Etc discount: Looking for things to do in the city, at half the price? Get exclusive offers here.
Also read:
Picture: Centraal / Facebook