The suspected arsonist, was was allegedly found in possession of stolen property when he got arrested.
The 49-year-old man, was arrested on Sunday and is expected to face charges under the National Key Point Act, as well counts of housebreaking, theft and arson.
“The suspect was allegedly caught with suspected stolen property after he gained entry to the parliamentary precinct in Cape Town unauthorised. He was spotted by members of the Protection and Security Services when they noticed the building was on fire,” said Hawks spokesperson Brigadier Nomthandazo Mbambo.
“The motive for his actions is subject to investigation,” said Mbambo
Sources: News24, SABC News
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