Maria David
AN off-duty police officer was arrested for assaulting a woman with a panga at Malala betting shop, Oshitenda Street.
According to the police weekend report issued by deputy commissioner Kauna Shikwambi, a case of assault with intent to cause grievous bodily harm and malicious damage to property was opened.
Shikwambi said that the suspect allegedly assaulted a woman by chopping her with a panga on her hand, and further cause damages to the chair of the victim.
The victim suffered serious injuries.
The suspect was arrested and will appear before the Katutura Magistrate court.
Police Investigation into the matter continues.
