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Trevor Gumbi to appear in court after allegedly punching neighbours over cigarette smoke

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Trevor Gumbi allegedly punched neighbours

Trevor Gumbi is making headlines for all the wrong reasons after being accused of assaulting two of his neighbours in a bizarre incident that has both shocked and amused Mzansi.

The award-winning comedian, known for his sharp wit and punchlines, allegedly found himself throwing actual punches following a heated dispute.


According to reports, the altercation involved a mother and her daughter who live near the comedian.

The situation allegedly escalated when Gumbi confronted them about cigarette smoke entering his bedroom window.

What began as a complaint reportedly turned physical, leading to the comedian allegedly punching both women.

Entertainment blog Maphepha Ndaba shared the story on Instagram, along with a dramatic caption that read: “HEADLINE: It’s not a joke, Trevor Gumbi MOERED us, says neighbour 🚷‼️”

The post revealed that the neighbours had laid a charge of assault and that Gumbi is due to appear in the Krugersdorp Magistrates’ Court on 26 July 2025.

City Press also reported on the incident, confirming that a formal case has been opened against Gumbi, who will now have to face a judge instead of a comedy crowd.

The news quickly caught fire on social media, with users reacting in disbelief, humour, and curiosity.

While some made jokes about the irony of a comedian “moering” people instead of cracking jokes, others defended Gumbi, questioning what could have pushed him over the edge.

As one X user summed it up: “This isn’t funny, but also… what happened to provoke him? Comedians are human too.”

 

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