Mihlali Ndamase, a digital content creator, sparked a social media frenzy when she posted and quickly deleted an Instagram story showing her lip cut open. This led to widespread speculation about her boyfriend, Leeroy Sidambe, a businessman.
In response, Sidambe posted a detailed statement on Instagram on August 5, denying the allegations and making explosive claims of his own about Ndamase's alleged behaviour under the influence of substances.
In his statement, Sidambe recounted a harrowing incident on August 4, where he claimed Ndamase made 78 attempts to contact him before arriving at his residence.
According to Sidambe, Ndamase armed herself with a knife, accused him of infidelity, and allegedly attempted to stab him.
He stated that in the ensuing struggle, he acted in self-defence, which resulted in Ndamase's injuries.
However, the most shocking part of Sidambe's statement was his claim that Ndamase has a long history of physically assaulting him, particularly when she is under the influence of substances he chose not to name.
"It is important to note that there is a plethora of witnesses, including children and bystanders, who can attest to me not ever laying a hand on her during or after any altercations but always deflecting and defending myself accordingly," Sidambe stated.
He accused Ndamase of using her social media platform to spread harmful allegations in an attempt to damage his public image out of revenge.
Ndamase responded with a cryptic Instagram story that seemed to challenge Sidambe's version of events.
She posted: "There are two sides to every story. Then there's the narcissist's version of events, which seems to have nothing to do with the original story," implying that Sidambe's account is a distorted version of the truth.
Public reaction to these new developments has been intense and divided, with some asking why she had not opened an assault charge.
The allegations of substance use and violence have added a new layer of controversy to the already fraught relationship between Ndamase and Sidambe.
Social media is buzzing with discussions. Some users are concerned about the serious claims, while others speculate about the true dynamics of the relationship.
While their relationship has had its moments of public affection and collaborative ventures, it has also been marred by controversies and public disputes.
The constant public scrutiny has undoubtedly added pressure to their personal lives, making every incident a matter of public debate.
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