POLOKWANE – The man arrested after firing a gun at Monet Townhouses in Polokwane on Sunday, is expected to appear in the Polokwane Magistrate’s Court tomorrow (October 13).

The incident began when concerned residents in the area reported hearing gunshots and alleged that the man had threatened others. They requested a police presence at the scene.

Limpopo police spokesperson Colonel Malesela Ledwaba confirmed that the man was arrested after allegedly firing shots at a palm tree before locking himself inside a house.

Ledwaba, as well as provincial police commissioner Lieutenant General Jan Scheepers, clarified that there was no hostage situation.

Mental health condition indicated

According to police, the suspect’s mother told officers that her son had locked himself inside the house after firing the shots. She reportedly tried to persuade him to come outside, but he refused.

Scheepers visited the scene and negotiated with the suspect, who eventually came out of the house and was arrested.

Police said the suspect’s mother had indicated that he has a mental health condition and is on medication for it.

Charged

The man was charged with discharging a firearm in a municipal area and is expected to appear in court on Tuesday.

The circumstances surrounding the incident remain unclear.