The Chisamba Magistrate’s Court has fined a 21-year-old man K1, 000 or, in default, six months simple imprisonment after he was convicted of assaulting his 60-year-old grandfather.
Resident Magistrate Suzen Magalashi found Peter Kayombo of Fringilla Farm guilty of assault occasioning actual bodily harm, contrary to Section 248 of the Penal Code Chapter 87 of the Laws of Zambia.
The court heard that on November 15, 2025, Kayombo assaulted his grandfather, Abel Banda, following a domestic dispute.
Banda testified that his grandson used fists and kicks during the attack, leaving him with a fractured left arm and general body pains.
A medical report was submitted as evidence and the state presented two witnesses, including the victim.
After the prosecution closed its case, the court ruled that a prima facie case had been established, requiring the accused to enter a Defence.
Despite being informed of his rights, Kayombo chose to remain silent and called no witnesses.
Magistrate Magalashi convicted Kayombo, stating that the state had proved its case beyond reasonable doubt.
In mitigation, Kayombo pleaded for leniency, admitted wrongdoing and promised not to re-offend.
Passing sentence, Magistrate Magalashi ordered him to pay a K1, 000 fine by December 2, 2025, or face six months simple imprisonment in default.
Only!!!. Beating up your own granddad sure! In Africa!
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