Man threatens to stab police officer – gets arrested
The man first picked up a rock and tried to hit the police officer with it.
A 29-year-old man was arrested on Saturday, 24 March at about 4pm, after he allegedly threatened to stab an on-duty police officer.
Captain Solomon Sibiya, spokesperson for the Kagiso Police Station, said their crime prevention members were patrolling the area when they noticed a group of men gambling next to the street.
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“The police stopped their vehicle and approached the gamblers, most of whom then fled the scene. One man remained behind, allegedly picked up a stone, and tried to hit the police officer.
He then took out a knife and threatened to kill him,” said Sibiya.
The suspect was overpowered and arrested. He allegedly continued to threaten the police officer with stabbing, whenever and wherever they meet.
A case docket of assault on a police officer was opened and the suspect was formally charged. He has appeared briefly in court and was remanded in custody for a formal bail application.
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