Fact vs Fiction: Inside the George Lebese saga

It emerged late yesterday afternoon that Kaizer Chiefs soccer star, George Lebese, was facing charges of assault and malicious damage to property.

Since then, tons of rumours and speculation have been doing the rounds.

Here's what we know for sure:

THE CHARGES - FACT

George Lebese's girlfriend has laid charges of assault and malicious damage to property after an altercation between the two.

HE HANDED HIMSELF OVER? RUMOUR

It was initially reported that after his girlfriend laid the charges, police could not find the soccer star. Then Kaizer Chiefs released a statement saying that he had handed himself over after the 'incident' However, late last night reports emerged that this was not the case and he had in fact been arrested after going into hiding. None of this has been verified.

HE WAS HELD OVER NIGHT - RUMOUR

Reports emerged last night that George had spent the night behind bars. Again, Kazier Chiefs and police were not willing to confirm any details.

WHAT HAPPENED? HE VS SHE

Police say the charges were laid after his girlfriend claims he hit her and damaged her car. While they refused to name him, Kaizer Chiefs immediately released a statement saying it was George and he had handed himself over.

VERDICT?

Tjo. Watch this space as the story develops. Because, as with everything, there are so many versions... and then the truth.