Rapper Lehlogonolo Chauke, known professionally as Shebeshxt, is currently recovering at home after a devastating car crash that claimed the life of his nine-year-old daughter Onthatile last month. Shebeshxt sustained serious injuries in the tragic accident that occurred on June 8th, and was hospitalized for nearly a month before being released on Tuesday, according to TimesLive
According to his lawyer and family spokesperson, Lot Ramusi, Shebeshxt is in a fragile state, both physically and emotionally, as he grapples with the trauma of the incident. The rapper is taking it slow, focusing on physical exercises to aid his recovery, while also coming to terms with the profound loss of his child. Ramusi emphasized that Shebeshxt will require extensive trauma counseling, alongside his girlfriend, to help them navigate the unimaginable grief they are experiencing.
“He is a bit fragile. He is taking it easy and coming to terms with what has happened to him and his family. He is busy with physical exercises to get better,” he said.“Shebeshxt is devastated, and he’ll be in trauma counselling together with his girlfriend over the loss of their daughter. Emotionally he is not OK, which is obvious from what they have endured with a loss of life. At the moment he is focusing on exercises and regaining his mental health,” he said.
The accident occurred as Shebeshxt was traveling to his girlfriend’s home, where he was going to drop her and his daughter off before making his way to an ANC Siyanqoba rally concert in Lebowakgomo. Tragically, his vehicle collided with a truck, resulting in Onthatile’s tragic passing. The young girl was a third-grade student at Northern Academy in Polokwane, and the school community has expressed their profound sorrow, extending their heartfelt condolences to Onthatile’s family and friends during this incredibly difficult time.
The family has described Onthatile as “an angel” who warmed their hearts, and they have appealed for empathy, consideration, and space as they grapple with this devastating loss. Shebeshxt’s journey to recovery, both physically and emotionally, will undoubtedly be a long and arduous one, as he and his family strive to find a way to move forward in the aftermath of this tragic event.