By Obakeng Maje

ZEERUST: Police in Zeerust have arrested a 26 year old suspect  from Ikageleng township after he set alight his 30 year old girlfriend’s rented room on Saturday.

This ordeal took place at Piet Retief near Zeerust police said. 

“It is alleged that the suspect and the victim had a heated argument where the suspect accused the victim of infidelity” Pelonomi Makau said. 

“It is alleged that the suspect poured petrol in the house before setting it alight” she said. 

The total damage of the house is estimated at R5 000,00.  

A case of arson was registered and investigations continue. 

“The suspect will appear before the Zeerust Magistrate Court on Monday” she said.