A19-year-old Kraaifontein resident accused of assaulting his 82-year-old grandmother has been placed on suicide watch at the hospital section of the Pollsmoor Prison.
The accused appeared in the Kuils River Magistrates Court on Friday. The teenager was arrested on Wednesday night after a viral video allegedly showed him assaulting his 82-year-old grandmother.
Luvo Gqaza, a 19-year-old resident of Kraaifontein, appeared in court, where he faces charges of assault with intent to cause grievous bodily harm and violating the Older Persons Act.
The incident has sparked outrage and concern among the public.
In court, Gqaza's defence team requested that he be remanded in the hospital section of Pollsmoor Prison, citing his suicidal tendencies. The state did not oppose this request amidst concerns for his mental well-being.
