The South African Police Service (SAPS) have revealed that Orlando Pirates midfielder Nkanyiso Zungu was arrested on Sunday night because of allegedly assaulting his partner.
The footballing woke up to the shock news that Zungu had been arrested on Sunday evening and detained at Moffatview Police Station in Johannesburg South.
“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,” read a statement from SAPS.
In a statement to the Soccer Laduma, the police confirmed that Zungu was arrested for the alleged assault of his partner.
Meanwhile, Pirates have suspended Zungu indefinitely.
In a club statement, the Buccaneers said, “Orlando Pirates Football Club can confirm that midfielder Nkanyiso Zungu has been charged at the Moffatview Police Station this evening. The club suspends Mr Zungu pending an investigation. As this matter is currently in the hands of the authorities, the Club is unable to make further comment until this process is complete.”
