PARKTOWN - Police in Gauteng remain resolute to address the proliferation of crimes against women, children and vulnerable persons.

SAPS Protea Glen is investigating a double murder and arson case following an incident that took place a week ago in the policing area.

It is alleged that on Saturday, 27 August 2022, a 44-year-old woman together with her six-year-old son were set alight by her partner.

The alleged suspect, Lerato Sefekedi aged 44 years old fled the scene and a warrant for his arrest has since been issued.

Anyone that has information on the whereabouts of the suspect is urged to contact SAPS Protea Glen on 011 986 9272/9575, SAPS Crime Stop on 08600 10111 or alternatively leave an anonymous tip-off on the MySAPS App.

Source: South African Police Service