A 27-year-old woman has been arrested in connection with an arson incident that occurred at Steve Biko, Phase 4, in Villa Nora Policing area, on Friday, 25 July 2025, at about 05:00.
According to report the male complainant, was sleeping in his house when his ex-girlfriend knocked at the door, and he did not open. She started breaking the windows. He woke up and sought assistance from the neighbours, and that’s when the suspect burned down the house.
Police were called to the scene and opened a case of arson. They immediately commenced with investigations, and the suspect was successfully apprehended.
The total damage is estimated at R520 000-00, including all belongings that were destroyed in the fire.
The suspect is set to appear before the Phalala Magistrate’s Court on Monday, 28 July 2025, facing a charge of arson.
The Police investigations are continuing.
