Otjiwarongo officials denied bail Monday for Katrina Geises after she allegedly stabbed her ex-boyfriend. The 50-year-old woman faces attempted murder charges following her arrest Friday in the Otjozondjupa region. Police reports indicate she stabbed the 32-year-old man once in the chest during a dispute at her home in the Ombili informal settlement.
Magistrate Billy Lutaka informed Geises about her legal options, including hiring a private attorney, representing herself, or applying for state-funded legal aid. She chose to request legal assistance through the Ministry of Justice. The court scheduled her next appearance for April 24, when she may file a bail application if desired. Prosecutor Johannes Inongelwa strongly opposed any bail consideration due to the serious nature of the charges.
According to court testimony, the incident occurred around 10:30 p.m. when an argument between the former couple escalated into physical violence. The injured man received initial treatment at Otjiwarongo State Hospital before being transfer to Katutura Intermediate Hospital in Windhoek for additional care. A private security vehicle transported him for medical attention before police arrived at the scene. The investigation remains active.
Magistrate Billy Lutaka informed Geises about her legal options, including hiring a private attorney, representing herself, or applying for state-funded legal aid. She chose to request legal assistance through the Ministry of Justice. The court scheduled her next appearance for April 24, when she may file a bail application if desired. Prosecutor Johannes Inongelwa strongly opposed any bail consideration due to the serious nature of the charges.
According to court testimony, the incident occurred around 10:30 p.m. when an argument between the former couple escalated into physical violence. The injured man received initial treatment at Otjiwarongo State Hospital before being transfer to Katutura Intermediate Hospital in Windhoek for additional care. A private security vehicle transported him for medical attention before police arrived at the scene. The investigation remains active.
