Police: Nkanyiso Zungu gets arrested for assaulting his partner

Information reaching Kossyderrickent has it that the South African Police Service provided an update on the arrest of Orlando Pirates player Nkanyiso Zungu and gave further details on the charge. 

The police confirmed that Zungu was arrested for the alleged assault of his partner.

According to the SAPS, the player is expected to appear at the Booysens Magistrates Court today on a charge of common assault, for allegations of domestic violence.

“A 26-year-old professional soccer player was arrested by the police in Johannesburg on Sunday 13 March 2022 for the alleged assault of his partner. He is expected to appear at Booysens Magistrates Court on Monday 14 March 2022 facing a charge of common assault under domestic violence,” reads the statement.

Information reads:

"Orlando Pirates have confirmed that midfielder Nkanyiso Zungu has been 'charged' at the Moffatview Police Station this evening.

"The Club suspends Zungu with immediate effect pending an investigation."