“It is alleged that the officer discharged his firearm when he was at a family gathering with his girlfriend. The officer allegedly became unruly and was chased out of the yard by the victim. He used his service pistol to shoot the victim in the head. The victim was taken to Pelonomi Hospital for medical treatment,” says the Independent Police Investigative Directorate’s (IPID) national spokesperson, Ndileka Cola.

The 46-year-old officer fled and was only arrested on Monday. Cola says they are still investigating the matter and what exactly happened. 

The victim is currently in hospital receiving treatment obtained from his injuries.

OFM News/Blaine Jones