Santodorp police on Friday, November 6, 2026, arrested 29-year-old I.S.A. on suspicion of several criminal offences, including aggravated assault, attempted aggravated assault, death threats and vandalism. According to police, the suspect strongly resisted his arrest.
Three reports against I.S.A. were filed at the Santodorp police station between Thursday, October 22, and Sunday, October 25, 2026. The reports relate to various incidents involving alleged aggravated assault, attempted aggravated assault, assault, threats against life and damage to property.
Following an investigation, police managed to locate the suspect on Friday, November 6, at approximately 11:15 a.m. on the Mohammed Rashied Pierkhanweg, near the SG Center in Wanica.
According to police, I.S.A. strongly resisted during his arrest. Nevertheless, the officers managed to handcuff him and take him to the Santodorp police station.
During his interrogation, the 29-year-old denied the criminal offences of which he is suspected. However, he acknowledged having been involved in one of the incidents, in which, according to his statement, a struggle broke out. In addition, I.S.A. admitted that he had damaged the windows of a green minibus. He stated that he was willing to compensate for the damage caused.
After consultation with the Openbaar Ministerie (Public Prosecution Service), the suspect was remanded in custody pending the investigation. Police are continuing the investigation.
