By Obakeng Maje

Mmabatho-A 19 year-old man has been arrested by North West police after he allegedly threatened some residents with a hammer.

The incident took palce on Friday at a church in Seweding and police were allegedly summoned to the scene and arrested him.

“Police in Mmabatho allegedly arrested a 19 year-old man who intimidated residents with a hammer at a church” captain Pelonomi Makau said.

A week ago, a 15 year-old girl was allegedly being killed by unknown suspect and her naked body was found by passerby.

The atrocity took place at Sikha Lekhekhe and police confirmed that a womna was bludgeoned to death.

Makau said a 19 year-old man will appear before Mmabatho Magistrate Court, but he could not be linked to incident that tool place in past weeks.

More than 10 people were allegedly admitted at local hospital for medical attention after being allegedly hit by ‘hammerman’.

Police investigations continue.-TDN

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