Durban, South Africa – Grayson Beare appeared in the Durban Magistrate’s Court this morning, facing charges of murdering Halima Hoosen-Preston and critically injuring her husband, Shaun, and their 14-year-old son. The incident allegedly stemmed from the family’s support for Palestine.
According to the charges, Beare invaded the Hoosen-Preston residence in the early hours of Sunday morning, carrying out a brutal knife attack that resulted in Halima Hoosen-Preston’s death and left her husband and son critically injured.
A video that has since gone viral features Beare explaining his motive for the attack. When asked why he allegedly targeted the family, Beare responded, “She is not totally innocent,” claiming that Hoosen-Preston and her family “thought it was entertaining that my cousins were killed in Israel.”
The case has garnered significant attention, raising concerns about the influence of international conflicts on local violence. Community members and activists have expressed outrage and called for justice for the Hoosen-Preston family.
The court adjourned the case to June 11, when Beare will undergo a mental assessment and bail consideration. The outcome of the mental assessment will play a crucial role in determining the subsequent legal proceedings.
As the investigation continues, the Durban community remains in shock, mourning the tragic loss of Halima Hoosen-Preston and praying for the recovery of Shaun and their son. Authorities urge anyone with additional information about the case to come forward to aid in the ongoing investigation.