Man arrested for torching ANC offices in Mpumalanga
A 60-year-old suspect has been arrested in connection with the torching of ANC offices in Mbombela.
The party’s Mpumalanga offices went up in flames on Thursday afternoon.
The offices house several of the governing party’s structures, including the ANC Women's League and ANC Youth League.
The man reported arrived at the building on Thursday morning, asking to speak to a liaison officer as his complants were not being attended to.
Police spokesperson Selvy Mohlala says the liaison officer was not available at that time.
“Then he became furious and reportedly took out a two-litre bottle filled with petrol from his bag. He then started to pour petrol over the employees that were present, as well as over the offices, and set them alight and walked away.
“The authorities were alerted about the incident and the fire was extinguished.”
No injuries were reported, although three offices were damaged in the blaze.
“The estimated damage is unknown at this stage meanwhile the suspect is due to appear in court soon.”
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