A bizarre and dangerous scene unfolded in Cape Town when a naked man managed to wrestle a firearm away from a police officer and fire shots during a scuffle.
Police were called to Keerom Street around midday after reports of a man walking unclothed along the sidewalk. When officers approached, the man refused to comply and cover himself. A struggle broke out, during which he overpowered one of the officers and discharged the firearm. Luckily, no one was injured.
Three officers eventually subdued the suspect and placed him under arrest. He now faces charges including robbery of a firearm, public indecency, and discharging a weapon in public. He is expected to appear in the Cape Town Magistrates’ Court soon.
In a separate case, police arrested a couple in connection with the murder of a car guard in Bloubergstrand. CCTV footage reportedly captured the pair fleeing the scene after the victim was found stabbed to death near Marine Circle.
The man remains in custody and is facing a murder charge, while his female partner has since been released after the case against her was withdrawn. Detectives are continuing their investigation, and the matter has been postponed for further proceedings.